March
3, 2010
The
weather outside is frightful –it’s March in New England, after all. But
don’t let the weather stop you from donating your gently used books to the
Friends of Thayer Public Library. We know there is a lot of competition out
there for your used books and clothing. You may see donation bins in supermarket
parking lots and other convenient drop off locations. But did you know that
these donation boxes don’t always directly benefit a charity? Some are
for-profit companies; others are non-profit but send shredded materials bulk
rate far overseas. I encourage you to directly benefit your own community by
taking the extra time to bring your book donations into the library and your
used clothing to known, local charities. That’s the only way you can be
certain that 100% of your good will efforts benefit your community directly.
Charity begins at home, the old saying reminds us. And there is no worthier
community home base than Thayer Public Library.
If you haven’t visited our YA Room lately, located on the lower level,
you’re missing a creative and engaging space that draws more teens to the
library every day. Young Adult Librarian Reba Tierney has been invited to serve
on a panel discussing Teen Spaces in Libraries. This panel will be part of a day
of workshops and presentations at the second annual Statewide Teen Librarian
Summit on Tuesday, March 16. The Summit is sponsored by the Massachusetts
Regional Library System. Congratulations, Reba.
Registration is now open for computer classes scheduled in March and April.
Topics include email, Microsoft Word 2007, online job hunting, and the popular
3-part series introducing computers and Internet searching. Classes are free but
registration is required. You may register through our online calendar, in
person on the lower level, or call 781-848-0405 x4417. Do it now, because space
is limited. Registrants for all classes must have a basic familiarity using a
mouse and keyboard.
Thayer Public Library is going national, thanks to the ongoing efforts of
Reference Librarian Priscilla Crane and sponsorship by the Friends of Thayer
Public Library. The Friends will be represented by two teams of middle school
students at the National School Scrabble Championship on April 9-10 in Orlando,
Florida. To make this possible, they must raise funds to offset the associated
costs. All proceeds will go to the Friends of TPL to support the teams’ travel
expenses. There will be a Scrabble Tournament on Saturday, March 13 from 1 to
7pm at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 519 Washington Street, Braintree. This
tournament is for experienced players only. Entrance fee is $10 per team.
Register in advance by email to tplscrabble@pattnet.com.
A Papa Gino’s Community Fundraiser will be held on St Patrick’s Day,
Wednesday, March 17 from 4 to 9pm at 240 Grove Street, Braintree. Celebrate this
special day and bring your family out to eat. Our teams will earn 20% of the
sales. Be sure to submit your flyer when ordering. Flyers can be found at all
levels at the library. And on Saturday, April 3 from 11am to 4pm, the Friends of
TPL will host a silent auction in the Logan Auditorium. Give moral and financial
support to your community Scrabble champs and wish them victory in Orlando.
You’re in for a special treat on Tuesday, March 9 from 7 to 8:30pm. We are
proud to host an evening with author, state senator, and UMASS President William
M. Bulger, as he discusses his book “James Michael Curley: A Short Biography
with Personal Reminiscences.” Special guest, Braintree Mayor Joseph Sullivan
will introduce Mr. Bulger, who is a gifted and entertaining speaker. Following a
discussion and question/answer session, Mr. Bulger will be available to sign
copies of his book, which will be made available for sale at the event courtesy
of The Friends of Thayer Public Library. Come early to make sure to get a seat.
Just in time for St. Patty’s day, learn more about researching your Irish
heritage by attending Erin in the USA: Irish Research on this Side of the
Atlantic with Michael Brophy, genealogist. Presented on Thursday, March 11 at
6:30pm, this PowerPoint presentation is intended for an intermediate level
research audience, but all are welcome. You have found a place name for your
Irish ancestor in the Emerald Isle. Now it is time to explore Irish records and
resources available here in the United States to make the most of your Irish
research trip. Census substitutes such as Griffith’s Valuation and the Tithe
Applotments will be discussed and explained along with the householder’s index
for both. Church records and vital records for Ireland will be examined.
All programs are free and open to the public. You do not have to be a resident
of Braintree to attend. Programs are held in Logan Auditorium, upper level,
unless otherwise noted. 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.net.
Follow us on Twitter at
ThayerPublicLib.
This column is submitted by Betsy Wolfe, Director of Thayer Public
Library with contributions from our professional staff librarians. Our goal is
to highlight events, programs, materials and people associated with the library
and its services.
February
24, 2010
Sometimes,
reaching a conclusion is easy, like knowing that 2 x 2 = 4, or that the sky is
blue. Other times, issues are more complex. You wish to form an opinion but need
more information. If you want to know what you’re talking about before you
speak, try our Opposing Viewpoints database. It is a premier full text resource
which covers all of today’s hottest issues, from terrorism to endangered
species, stem cell research to gun control. Pulling together information from
magazines, academic journals, newspapers, government statistics, and even
podcasts, it’s perfect for many middle and high school assignments, but it is
also comprehensive enough to provide new information to all of us who place a
premium on staying well informed on both sides of the tough issues. You can
access the database from the Opposing Viewpoints icon right on our website.
Just in time for St. Patty’s day, learn more about researching your Irish
heritage by attending Erin in the USA: Irish Research on this Side of the
Atlantic with Michael Brophy, genealogist. Presented on Thursday, March 11 at
6:30pm, this PowerPoint presentation is intended for an intermediate level
research audience, but all are welcome. You have found a place name for your
Irish ancestor in the Emerald Isle. Now it is time to explore Irish records and
resources available here in the United States to make the most of your Irish
research trip. Census substitutes such as Griffith’s Valuation and the Tithe
Applotments will be discussed and explained along with the householder’s index
for both. Church records and vital records for Ireland will be examined.
You’re in for a special treat on Tuesday, March 9 from 7 to 8:30pm. We are
proud to host an evening with author, state senator, and UMASS President William
M. Bulger, as he discusses his book “James Michael Curley: A Short
Biography with Personal Reminiscences.” Special guest, Braintree Mayor
Joseph Sullivan will introduce Mr. Bulger, who is a gifted and entertaining
speaker. Following a discussion and question/answer session, Mr. Bulger will be
available to sign copies of his book, which will be made available for sale at
the event courtesy of The Friends of Thayer Public Library. Come early to make
sure to get a seat.
Do your children like to make crafts? If so, bring them to the Children’s
Department on Tuesday, March 2 at 3:30pm when children in third grade and up
will make a fun craft. If your child is kindergarten age or older, the next date
for crafts is Thursday, March 11 at 3:30pm.
Join us on Thursday, Feb 25 from 7-8pm in the Young Adult room for our extra
special teen YA Café, an acoustic night of music and entertainment. If you
sing, write poetry, or play an instrument, stop by the YA room to share your
talent. There will be food and drink, and all teens ages 12-18 are invited. We
will also have several board and card games available if you need to take a
study break. You can sign up to perform by registering online or stopping by the
reference desk, located on the lower level of the library. If you don't get a
chance to signup, you are still welcome to come by and perform, grab a snack, or
just enjoy the music. Contact rtierney@braintreema.gov
for more information, or follow us
on Twitter at ThayerPublicLib.
Don’t get snowed in without at least one good book. Instead, get through these
long winter nights with a book series. Titles in a series offer a variety of
characters that develop throughout each book. Some of the most popular series
titles are Harry Potter, Sherlock Holmes, and the Twilight series. Consider
reading the Southern Vampire Mysteries series, also known as “True Blood”
by Charlaine Harris. “Dead Until Dark” won the Anthony Award. If you
like action and adventure read the Bourne series by Robert Ludlum or Horatio
Hornblower series by C.S. Forester. For a gentler read consider the Mitford
Years series by Jan Karon or the Heritage of Lancaster County series by Beverly
Lewis.
All programs are free and open to the public. You do not have to be a resident
of Braintree to attend. Programs are held in Logan Auditorium, upper level,
unless otherwise noted. 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.net.
This column is submitted by Betsy Wolfe, Director of Thayer Public
Library with contributions from our professional staff librarians. Our goal is
to highlight events, programs, materials and people associated with the library
and its services.
February
17, 2010
I’m
wondering if you’ve heard of the Audie awards? Audie awards, sponsored by the
Audio Publishers Association (APA), have been given annually since 1987 to the
best audio books in the industry. Many categories are considered such as
fiction, humor, history, and mystery. The award is not only for the quality of
the writing, but also the quality and interpretation of the narration
performance. 2009 winners include: “Duma Key” by Stephen King,
narrated by John Slatter; “Elmer Gantry” by Sinclair Lewis, narrated
by Anthony Heald; and “Child 44” by Tom Rob Smith, narrated by Dennis
Boutsikaris. To see a list of more winners and nominated titles for 2009, visit
our reference department. To place a hold on any of these titles visit us at www.thayerpubliclibrary.net.
Audio books are easy, convenient, and come in a variety of formats. Listen up,
we have just the thing for you. Try a Playaway (an audio book on MP3 player, all
self inclusive in the package – all you need are earphones) or an audio book
on CD. You can also download books through our Overdrive account on our website.
Overdrive books are free to borrow. Simply set up an account with your library
card number, then download an audio MP3 file to your computer. Listen on your
computer, or transfer it to your handheld if you like. Overdrive has hundreds of
new titles of spoken audio books and - news flash - now carries e-books in pdf
and epub file formats. You can even download Overdrive titles to your Sony
E-Reader or Barnes & Noble Nook reader. With so many options for listening
and reading electronically, you may never go back to the printed word on paper
again. But whatever way you get your reading in, remember, reading is
fundamental.
Please note this special opportunity to hear a true library supporter and gifted
author speak. On Tuesday, March 9 from 7 to 8:30pm, we are proud to host an
evening with author, state senator, and UMASS President William M. Bulger, as he
discusses his book “James Michael Curley: A Short Biography with Personal
Reminiscences.” Special guest, Braintree Mayor Joseph Sullivan will
introduce Mr. Bulger. Following a discussion and question/answer session, Mr.
Bulger will be available to sign copies of his book, which will be made
available for sale at the event courtesy of The Friends of Thayer Public
Library. Come early to make sure to get a seat.
Some people just can’t get enough of Valentine’s Day. If you’re one of
them, visit our valentine display on the main level. Romance novels are a great
escape and always have a wonderful ending. Treat yourself to a romance suspense
novel. “Deep Down” by Karen Harper takes you high into the
mountains of Kentucky to solve a disappearance and on country roads discovering
love. If you enjoy something a little less heart pounding, read “True Love
and Other Disasters” by Rachel Gibson. Who would think true love could be
such a disaster? To place a hold on these titles or to find other books written
by these authors please visit our website at www.thayerpubliclibrary.net.
The Ides of March are approaching, and I know for a fact, you still haven’t
signed up to follow our Twitter
account. To meet our goal of 300 followers, please act soon. Click on our
website, then link to follow us on Twitter.
It’s a fun, easy way to keep up with what’s happening at your library.
In the display cases at the Washington Street entrance through the end of
February, the Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts celebrate their 100th anniversary. Our
March display will be something entirely different: an exhibit of porcelain
dolls by a local collector. Each month brings new displays. Even if you enter
the library through our main entrance parking lot side, try to make a point to
stop by our display cases at the Washington Street entrance to see something new
and interesting.
Concert for flute and piano. On Sunday, Feb 21, Donald Zook, flute and Stephen
Young, piano, will perform at 3pm. They will play works of Mozart, Foss, Barber,
Dvorak and Doppler. This performance is sponsored by The Friends of the Library
and supported, in part by The South Shore Playhouse Associates. It is free and
open to the public. For information call 781-413-1327.
All programs are free and open to the public. You do not have to be a resident
of Braintree to attend. Programs are held in Logan Auditorium, upper level,
unless otherwise noted. 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.net.
This column is submitted by Betsy Wolfe, Director of Thayer Public
Library with contributions from our professional staff librarians. Our goal is
to highlight events, programs, materials and people associated with the library
and its services.
February
10, 2010
What’s
so special about February 14? If you guessed Valentine’s Day, you’d be only
partially correct. This year, our day of hearts, roses, and chocolates is also
Chinese New Year. Did you know that 2010 is year 4707 in the Chinese calendar?
And each year is named for one of 12 animals.
To usher in the Year of the Tiger, the Children’s Department will host a
colorful display of pictures and belongings related to this holiday. There are
pink child’s shoes from China, lucky money envelopes and more. Come celebrate
by making a Chinese New Year crafts project. The next session of Afterschool
Crafts for children is Thursday, Feb 11 at 3:30pm. For children in kindergarten
and up; no sign-up needed.
If you would like to share a book about this holiday with a young one, “Lion
Dancer” by Kate Waters is an introduction to Chinese New Year. The story
follows Ernie, in words and photographs, as he prepares to wear the dancing
dragon costume in the annual parade. In the library, copies are under JE 394.2
WAT on the upper level, or ask a staff member for help.
Teens, are you ready for Valentine’s Day? Join us on Thursday, Feb 11, from
6:30 to 8:30pm as we continue our books-that-have-been-made-into -movies series
with “10 Things I Hate About You.” This series is intended for teens
ages 13-18. Rated PG-13, you must be 13 to attend. “10 Things I Hate About
You” was Heath Ledger’s break-out role, features an all star cast, and
was loosely based on Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew. It is free,
and we will have sweet snacks and drinks, too.
The Teen Anime/Manga Club will meet on Saturday, Feb 13, from 2:30 to 4pm. If
you are between the ages of 12-18 and like to draw, watch Anime, read Manga, and
discuss favorite books, characters and more, please join us. Snacks, drinks and
drawing materials are all provided.
Stay tuned for more details on our Young Adult Karaoke and Open Mic event to be
held on Saturday, Feb 20 from 2-4:30pm. For ages 12 to 18.
Speaking of love and Valentine’s Day, next time you are in the library check
out our romance and love books. We stock historical romances, supernatural
romances (vampires and such), chick lit, and more. It’s easy to find romance
titles using our online catalog. Go to our website at thayerpubliclibrary.net
and click on the Catalog tab at the top. Type “romance” into the search box
and click on subject. We have everything from DVDs such as “Moonlight
Serenade” starring Amy Adams, to paperbacks like “She Ain’t the One”
by bestselling authors Carl Weber and Mary B. Morrison. We're in the mood for
romance, aren’t you?
Concert for flute and piano. On Sunday, Feb 21, Donald Zook, flute and Stephen
Young, piano, will perform at 3pm. They will play works of Mozart, Foss, Barber,
Dvorak and Doppler. This performance is sponsored by The Friends of the Library
and supported, in part by The South Shore Playhouse Associates. It is free and
open to the public. For information call 781-413-1327.
Show a little love to your library this Valentine’s Day; or if you prefer, the
strength of a tiger in your convictions. Either way, the Friends of Thayer
Public Library urgently need your donations to stock their ongoing book sale.
Please consider donating your gently used books to the Friends. Paperbacks are
especially needed, but all books in good condition, except textbooks, are
welcome. Bring your donations to the lower level of the library anytime the
library is open. All proceeds benefit the library. It’s time to demonstrate
the wisdom of the ages in your actions. In turn, we thank you with open hearts
and generous wishes for a prosperous New Year.
All programs are free and open to the public. You do not have to be a resident
of Braintree to attend. Programs are held in Logan Auditorium, upper level,
unless otherwise noted. 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.net.
This column is submitted by Betsy Wolfe, Director of Thayer Public
Library with contributions from our professional staff librarians. Our goal is
to highlight events, programs, materials and people associated with the library
and its services.
February
3, 2010
To
tweet or not to tweet, that is the question. Thayer Public Library started a
Twitter account a few months back, and we now have 60 followers. We have a goal
to expand to 300 followers by the Ides of March (for those who haven’t read
Shakespeare since high school, that’s March 15.) It’s easy - from our
website at www.thayerpubliclibrary.net,
click on the Twitter link and
open up your own account. Become a follower today, and receive text messages
about what’s happening at the library, all retrievable from your computer or
handheld device. Wherefore art thou, if not keeping up to date with what’s new
at Thayer Public Library?
In honor of President's Day this month our librarians have created a display of
books dedicated to the lives of United States Presidents. Stop down to the lower
level and browse through our nation's history. Julius Caesar beware - some of us
prefer to read about George Washington.
Teen news: we’ve started a new DVD and CD collection just for teens. Come in
and check it out, and feel free to leave suggestions for new titles. Love to
read but not sure what to read next? Have a book or idea you want to discuss?
Check out “Reba Recommends”, a new link off the teen page of our website at thayerpubliclibrary.net,
where Reba, the YA librarian, shares her current reads and recommendations. If
you do have ideas, comments or suggestions, email Reba at rtierney@braintreema.gov,
and she will post your email and respond.
The Teen Advisory Group (TAG) will meet on Saturday, Feb 6 from 2-3pm in the
Young Adult room. Food and drinks will be provided. If you are not yet a member
of TAG and are interested in joining, please contact Reba
Tierney.
During the school year, the Young Adult Literature Club will meet once a month
to practice writing and discuss favorite book and authors. This month, the
meeting will take place in the Young Adult room Saturday, Feb 6 from 3:30-4:30pm
to discuss The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. And of course, we will
have snacks. .
All the world’s a stage. Stay tuned for more details on our Young Adult
Karaoke and Open Mic event to be held on Saturday, Feb 20 from 2-4:30pm. For
ages 12 to 18.
For future Shakespeare lovers: Monday morning winter story times continue
through Feb 22. At 9:15am, there is the Book Babies series. Simple books and
songs are enjoyed by infants and toddlers through 24 months and their
caregivers. Book Babies story times last about 20 minutes; no sign up is
required. At 10am and 11am, story times for ages 2 and 3 are scheduled. Stories,
songs and a simple craft are presented; no sign ups.
Longer stories, songs and a more involved craft are available for ages 3-5 on
Wednesdays at 10am and 1pm. Sign up for the 7 week session through our online
registration system. At www.thayerpubliclibrary.net,
click on Upcoming Events and then click on the listing. Use the REGISTER button
to add your information. If you have a difficulty registering online, call the
Children's Department at 781-848-0405 x4425.
The Friends of Thayer Public Library urgently need your donations to stock their
ongoing book sale. Have you read your copy of Macbeth twice? Got an extra copy
of Midsummer Night’s Dream? Please consider donating your gently used books to
the Friends. Paperbacks are especially needed, but all books in good condition,
except textbooks, are welcome. Bring your donations to the lower level of the
library anytime the library is open. The Bard thanks thee; we thank you most
sincerely for supporting your local library.
All programs are free and open to the public. You do not have to be a resident
of Braintree to attend. Programs are held in Logan Auditorium, upper level,
unless otherwise noted. 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.net.
This column is submitted by Betsy Wolfe, Director of Thayer Public
Library with contributions from our professional staff librarians. Our goal is
to highlight events, programs, materials and people associated with the library
and its services.
January 27, 2010
Book lovers everywhere take delight in their public libraries. One frequent user of Thayer Public Library has this to say: “I am an avid reader and cannot imagine having to buy all the books I read.” Another adds, “It sounds cliché, but as I tell my daughter, when you have a library card, you have all the knowledge in the world available to you.” Wiser words from your neighbors and friends were never spoken about the value of your local library. Please visit us today, and the week after, and the week after that.
For our youngest book lovers: Monday morning winter story times continue through Feb 22. At 9:15am, there is the Book Babies series. Simple books and songs are enjoyed by infants and toddlers through 24 months and their caregivers. Book Babies story times last about 20 minutes; no sign up is required. At 10am and 11am, story times for ages 2 and 3 are scheduled. Stories, songs and a simple craft are presented; no sign ups.
Longer stories, songs and a more involved craft are available for ages 3-5 on Wednesdays at 10am and 1pm. Sign up for the 7 week session through our online registration system. At
www.thayerpubliclibrary.net, click on Upcoming Events and then click on the listing. Use the REGISTER button to add your information. If you have a difficulty registering online, call the Children's Department at 781-848-0405 x4425.
An afterschool craft program for children ages five and older will be held on Thursday Jan 28 at 3:30pm. Come create a craft snowman. All supplies are provided. No signups.
It’s time for the National School Scrabble Championship for students in grades 5 through 8. The library playoffs are on Saturday, Jan 30 at 1pm. The top two scorers will be invited to participate as a team in the National School Scrabble Championship in Orlando, Florida on April 9-10. The Friends of Thayer Public Library will provide for the registration fees for the team, but each team member is responsible for his own travel expenses. Everyone in grades 5 - 8 is welcome but be warned - this is not a beginner’s game. The library hosts open practice on Thursday nights at 6:30 on the lower level.
Teens, don’t let the wintry start to 2010 get your spirits down. If you are between the ages of 12 and 18, why not stop by the library and give us a try? You’ll be amazed at how much we have to offer you and your friends. For example, on Thursday, Jan 28, from 7-8pm, the library will host a special YA Café. Come spend an hour in the YA room on the lower level. Listen to music, play board games, even share your musical or literary talent. For more information on teen programs, contact
rtierney@braintreema.gov or call 781-848-0405 x4415.
All programs are free and open to the public. You do not have to be a resident of Braintree to attend. Programs are held in Logan Auditorium, upper level, unless otherwise noted. 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.net.
This column is submitted by Betsy Wolfe, Director of Thayer Public Library with contributions from our professional staff librarians. Our goal is to highlight events, programs, materials and people associated with the library and its service.
January
20, 2010
You made a New
Year’s resolution to read more, but already finding you don’t have the time?
Don’t despair; instead, try a short story. Short stories will fit right into
your schedule. “Last Rung on the Ladder” by Stephen King will have you
hooked. Edgar Allen Poe’s detective stories are fast paced and just as
satisfying as a mystery novel. You won’t be disappointed in “The Murders of
Rue Morgue “or “The Purloined Letter.”
How about a collection of short stories? Try “Under the Red Flag” by Ha Jin,
who won the Flannery O’Connor award for short fiction. Each story is steeped
in Chinese culture. To find these short stories and many more, go to wwww.thayerpubliclibrary.net
and click on catalog.
For our youngest book lovers: Monday morning winter story times continue through
Feb 22. At 9:15am, there is the Book Babies series. Simple books and songs are
enjoyed by infants and toddlers through 24 months and their caregivers. Book
Babies story times last about 20 minutes; no sign up is required. At 10am and
11am, story times for ages 2 and 3 are scheduled. Stories, songs and a simple
craft are presented; no sign ups.
Longer stories, songs and a more involved craft are available for ages 3-5 on
Wednesdays at 10am and 1pm. Sign up for the 7 week session through our online
registration system. At www.thayerpubliclibrary.net,
click on Upcoming Events and then click on the listing. Use the REGISTER button
to add your information. If you have a difficulty registering online, call the
Children's Department at 781-848-0405 x4425.
An afterschool craft program for children ages five and older will be held on
Thursday Jan 28 at 3:30pm. Come create a craft snowman. All supplies are
provided. No signups.
It’s time for the National School Scrabble Championship for students in grades
5 through 8. The library playoffs are on Saturday, Jan 30 at 1pm. The top two
scorers will be invited to participate as a team in the National School Scrabble
Championship in Orlando, Florida on April 9-10. The Friends of Thayer Public
Library will provide for the registration fees for the team, but each team
member is responsible for his own travel expenses. Everyone in grades 5 - 8 is
welcome but be warned - this is not a beginner’s game. The library hosts open
practice on Thursday nights at 6:30 on the lower level.
Teens, don’t let the wintry start to 2010 get your spirits down. If you are
between the ages of 12 and 18, why not stop by the library and give us a try?
You’ll be amazed at how much we have to offer you and your friends. For
example, on Thursday, Jan 28, from 7-8pm, the library will host a special YA Café.
Come spend an hour in the YA room on the lower level. Listen to music, play
board games, even share your musical or literary talent. For more information on
teen programs, contact rtierney@braintreema.gov
or call 781-848-0405 x4415.
Did you know that our library now has a Twitter account? You can see for
yourself on our webpage at www.thayerpubliclibrary.net.
Become a follower of ThayerPublicLib tweets, and have these same messages texted
to your handheld or emailed to you. Go to
twitter.com to set up your own personal account.
The Friends of Thayer Public Library will host an electronics drop off
collection in the parking lot of Town Hall on Saturday, Jan 23 from 9am to noon.
All old equipment including televisions, computer screens, small refrigerators,
microwaves, toaster ovens, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers will be accepted;
however, no hazardous waste allowed. Storm (heavy snow) date is Jan 30.
John Cramer, pianist and composer, will perform at the library on Sunday, Jan 24
at 3pm. This free concert is sponsored by The Friends of Thayer Public Library
ongoing concert series. Sunday concerts are popular, so come a little early to
ensure a seat.
The Friends of Thayer Public Library need your gently used books for their
ongoing book sale located on the lower level of the library. Paperbacks and hard
covers are appreciated. We cannot accept textbooks, magazines, newspapers, or
books in poor condition. All donations benefit the library and may be brought to
the lower level. Thank you for supporting your library.
All programs are free and open to the public. You do not have to be a resident
of Braintree to attend. Programs are held in Logan Auditorium, upper level,
unless otherwise noted. 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.net.
This column is submitted by Betsy Wolfe, Director of Thayer Public
Library with contributions from our professional staff librarians. Our goal is
to highlight events, programs, materials and people associated with the library
and its services.
January 13, 2010
January is a
blockbuster month for teens at Thayer Public Library. If you are between the
ages of 12 and 18, why not stop by the library and give us a try in 2010?
You’ll be amazed at how much we have to offer you and your friends. For
starters, on Thursday, Jan 14 at 6pm, we will kick off a new young adult movie
series featuring books that have been made into movies, showing on the big
screen in Logan Auditorium. Our first viewing is the award winning movie, Friday
Night Lights. There will be game day snacks, NFL trivia and more. The movie is
rated PG-13; you must be at least 13 to attend this event.
Saturday, Jan 16, from 2:30-4pm, the Teen Anime/Manga Group will meet. If you
are between the ages of 12-18, and like to draw, watch Anime, read Manga, and
discuss favorite books, characters and more, please join us. Snacks, drinks and
drawing materials are all provided.
Tuesday, Jan 19, from 2:30-4pm, the library will host Teen Wii Time, projected
on the big screen in Logan Auditorium. Young adults between the ages of 12-18
are welcome to join us as we play Smash Brothers, Mario Kart and more. Register
for this event at www.thayerpubliclibrary.net, click on Upcoming Events and the
Jan 19 listing. While registration is not necessary, registered participants
will be given priority playing time.
Thursday, Jan 28, from 7-8pm, the library will host a special YA Café. Come
spend an hour in the YA room on the lower level. Listen to music, play board
games, even share your musical or literary talent. For more information on teen
programs, contact rtierney@braintreema.gov
or call 781-848-0405 x4415.
The Friends of Thayer Public Library will host an electronics drop off
collection in the parking lot of Town Hall on Saturday, Jan 23 from 9am to noon.
All old equipment including televisions, computer screens, small refrigerators,
microwaves, toaster ovens, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers will be accepted;
however, no hazardous waste allowed. Storm (heavy snow) date is Jan 30.
John Cramer, pianist and composer, will perform at the library on Sunday, Jan 24
at 3pm. This free concert is sponsored by The Friends of Thayer Public Library
ongoing concert series. Sunday concerts are popular, so come a little early to
ensure a seat.
For our youngest book lovers: Monday morning winter story times are starting
this week, through Feb 22 (closed for Jan 18 Martin Luther King Jr Day.) At
9:15am, there is the Book Babies series. Simple books and songs are enjoyed by
infants and toddlers through 24 months and their caregivers. Book Babies story
times last about 20 minutes; no sign up is required. At 10am and 11am, story
times for ages 2 and 3 are scheduled. Stories, songs and a simple craft are
presented; no sign ups.
Longer stories, songs and a more involved craft are available for ages 3-5 on
Wednesdays at 10am and 1pm. Sign up for the 7 week session beginning January 13
through our online registration system. At www.thayerpubliclibrary.net,
click on Upcoming Events and then click on the January 13 listing. Use the
REGISTER button to add your information. If you have a difficulty registering
online, call the Children's Department at 781-848-0405 x4425.
It’s time for the National School Scrabble Championship for students in grades
5 through 8. The library playoffs are on Saturday, Jan 30 at 1pm. The top two
scorers will be invited to participate as a team in the National School Scrabble
Championship in Orlando, Florida on April 9-10. The Friends of Thayer Public
Library will provide for the registration fees for the team, but each team
member is responsible for his own travel expenses. Everyone in grades 5 - 8 is
welcome but be warned - this is not a beginner’s game. The library hosts open
practice on Thursday nights at 6:30 on the lower level.
There is still time to sign up for computer classes scheduled for January and
February. Topics include email, Microsoft Word 2007, online job hunting, and a
3-part series introducing computers and Internet searching. Classes are free but
class size is limited and registration is required. You may register in person
on the lower level or call 781-848-0405 x4417. Registrants must have basic
familiarity using a mouse and keyboard.
The Friends of Thayer Public Library need your gently used books for their
ongoing book sale located on the lower level of the library. Paperbacks and hard
covers are appreciated. We cannot accept textbooks, magazines, newspapers, or
books in poor condition. All donations benefit the library and may be brought to
the lower level. Thank you for supporting your library.
All programs are free and open to the public. You do not have to be a resident
of Braintree to attend. Programs are held in Logan Auditorium, upper level,
unless otherwise noted. 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.net.
This column is submitted by Betsy Wolfe, Director of Thayer Public Library
with contributions from our professional staff librarians. Our goal is to
highlight events, programs, materials and people associated with the library and
its services.