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Monday - May 30th, 2016
we never forget
the gift you give
we still receive
how could you know
so young
that your battle
at all cost
must be won
Brothers and Sisters at rest
may we, in your eyes
pass your test
and one day, with honor
join your ranks
Poem composed by Mitchell Browder
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People who
make a difference
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Betty Smith has been coming to the library for more than 40 years! She was one of the original members of the Friends of the Library, joining it during the first year of it's inception. She set up the first ongoing book sale in the foyer of the old library when it was in the Houghton Memorial Building ( It is now the Historical Society ) She retired from full time service in 2000 and continued part-time until 2015. Now she comes by every Tuesday after exercise class to help out wherever she is needed. Thank you Betty you have provided this town with a lifetime of service.
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Wednesday- May 25th
1:15pm - 2:45pm
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In the Gallery
by Cheryl Hardy-Faraci
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In the Gallery at the RHL
Collage & the Tarot - works by Madeleine Findlay
April 28th - May 26th, 2016
Ms. Findlay states, "Collage is a spontaneous art form that relies on letting the mind wander. Composition and color create the structure and mood, allowing images to open up to a universe of meanings. Choices begin as arbitrary and wind up being indispensable to a narrative with its own dreamlike reality. Initially, these collages were independent of one another but as the work progressed a mysterious continuity evolved."
These recent collages of hers began showing a connection that corresponded to the meanings of tarot cards, some more than others. Ms. Findlay followed the line of this "mysterious continuity" and presents a portion of her work to us in the gallery this month.
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Downton Abbey Read-alikes
by Margaret Geanisis
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Declining Doldrums due to Downton's Demise?
Here are some "fixes" for you, after all, we want happy patrons.
Movies: Gosford Park (written by Julian Fellowes), Remain's of the Day (a butler's story),Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day, The Importance of Being Earnest, and Easy Virtue.
TV Series: Upstairs/Downstairs (we have both the older orginal and newer one set in the early 30's), Brideshead Revisited, Crimson Fields (WWI field hospital), Miss Fisher Mysteries (set in Australia in the 1920s), Mr. Selridge, the ever classic Poirot series by Agatha Christie, Iconic British Estates (true stories and tours of great houses) and Monarch of the Glen, written by Fellowes and set in a contemporary Scottish Castle with the Laird and his staff.
Books and books Series: The Maisie Dobbs mystery series by Jacqueline Winspear, Helen Dunmore whose books are set post WWI, Circling the Sun and The Paris Wife by Paula MacLaine, books by Charles Todd, House at Riverton by Kate Morton, Ashenden by Elizabeth Wilhide and After the War is Over by Jennifer Robson.
Classic authors of the period: Dorothy Sayers mysteries, Jeeves series by Wodehouse, F Scott Fitzgerald, D.H. Lawrence, Edith Wharton, Agatha Christie and Evelyn Waugh.
True Stories (non-fiction): Below Stairs..kitchen maid's story... by Margaret Powell, Lady Almina and the Real Downton Abbey, Lady Catherine, the Earl and the Real Downton Abbey, Secret Rooms: a True Story of a Haunted Castle, Black Diamonds: the Rise and Fall of An English Dynasty, There are also many books about Downton - behind the scenes, about the making of, and cookbooks.
Hope we've helped, Margaret Geanisis
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Library-Sponsored Programs
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Our Book-A-Librarian service allows you to spend up to 30 minutes with one of our friendly knowledgeable librarians who can offer assistance tailored to your needs.
We can help in many ways; typical requests may include:
- Learn to download eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, or music to your digital device
- Introduction to the library catalog - how to find a book, a CD or a DVD, place holds, manage your account
- Researching a topic beyond Google
- Setting up and using an email account
- Plus much more...just ask!
Some things we are unable to help with:
- We do not provide medical, legal or business advice or opinions.
- We cannot write, type or proofread your documents.
- We do not offer technical support or troubleshooting except when it relates to library resources.
- We cannot assist with credit card transactions.
We encourage you to bring your laptop or digital device with you to the library so that we may better help you. Please call the library at 978.540.2600 to set up an appointment, preferably one week in advance, with a librarian or fill out our online Book-A-Librarian form. Due to staff expertise and availability, your request might be declined. We appreciate your understanding. |
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Genealogy Club
meets the 2nd Monday from
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Littleton Origami Group
meets the 4th Thursday from
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Mystery Book Discussion
meets the 4th Tuesday from
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Yarn Overs
meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday from
7:00PM - 9:00PM
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Reuben Hoar Library
Library Hours
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Monday
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10:00 - 4:00
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Tuesday
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1:00 - 9:00
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Wednesday
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10:00 - 9:00
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Thursday
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1:00 - 9:00
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Friday
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10:00 - 4:00
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Saturday
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10:00 - 4:00
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Sunday
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CLOSED
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Memorial day is the traditional kick off to summer! It is the beginning of vacations, day trips, cook outs and time spent enjoying the great outdoors. Whether you are planning a once in a lifetime trip, a day trip or even just a museum visit we have what you need. Please stop and and begin planning your summer memories now.
Sincerely,
Helen Graham
Assistant Director
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Children's Room Newsletter
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Volunteer Appreciation
May 21, 2016
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On Saturday, May 21, The Reuben Hoar Library will hold a volunteer reception from 1:00-3:00 in the Couper Room. This reception is hosted by the Trsutees of the Reuben Hoar Library who recongnize the importance of volunteerism.The library could not provide all the current services without our wonderful volunteers.
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Some great new audio books:
Welcome to Night Vale
by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor
Brotherhood in Death
by J.D. Robb
The Swans of Fifth Avenue
by Melanie Benjamin
He Killed Them All
by Jeanine Pirro
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Adult Coloring Night: We provide the space, beautiful patterns, and coloring utensils to enjoy a peaceful hour of coloring. This program is free to anyone who would like to attend. This is an adults-only event, so please leave the children at home.
This month's theme is flowers. If you joined us last month & didn't get to finish your mandala, please feel free to bring it!
This is a drop-in event; no need to register & stay as long as you want.
Tuesday, May 24 from 7:30-8:30 in the Couper Room.
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SF Review: Mistborn: The Final Empire, by Brandon Sanderson (Tor Books, 2006)
James Taber
The Final Empire's control is absolute: armies suppress rebellions, the Steel Inquisitors hunt the traitorous nobles, and the immortal emperor watches over it all. The name itself is significant, as it's expected the empire will last until the end of the world. Vin is a street urchin living in the capital, working as a thief and a con artist when she meets Kelsier, a powerful Allomancer who can burn certain metals in order to gain superhuman abilities. She quickly learns two things: she has a latent talent for Allomancy, and she's a much-needed cog in Kelsier's plan to overthrow the Final Empire from its seat of power.
I've mentioned before that I don't like high fantasy, a dislike born from the seemingly endless parade of quest adventures from the 1990s. A friend of mine bought me this book and its sequels for Christmas, though, and he assured me it was well worth my time to try it out. I'd heard of Brandon Sanderson before, and sure enough, I liked what I read.
The thing is, at its core Mistborn isn't high fantasy, or at least it's not high fantasy about quests and prophecies and sorcery, despite the fact that every one of those tropes makes an appearance. The real focus of the book is on Vin and how she's trying to forget an abusive brother who abandoned her as a child. It's about her struggle with the rapidly changing circumstances of her life, as she goes from homeless and a criminal to being expected to pass in high society. In short, it's really about growing up and trying to fit in, a story you can find just about anywhere but here it happens to be injected with a fascinating system of magic and a world that feels realistic, even if it's a little simple at times.
I'm not sure if Mistborn counts as good high fantasy. Like I said, I don't really read that particular flavor. However, I can say with authority that Mistborn is a good place to start if you want an introduction to the world of fantasy that's easy to relate to.
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The Library currently hosts two book groups: The Adult Book Group and The Mystery Book Group.
This month the Adult Book Group discusses The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce. A Limited number of copies are available at the Main Desk.
"When Harold Fry leaves home one morning to post a letter, he had no idea that he is about to walk from one end of the country to the other."
The Adult Book Group meets from 7:30-8:30 PM on the 3rd Wednesday of the month, in May on the 18th. New members are always welcome.
The Mystery Book Group will be reading Mr. Churchill's Secretary by Susan Elea MacNeal for May, the first in the Maggie Hope Series.
"London, 1940. Winston Churchill has just been sworn in, war rages across the Channel, and the threat of a Blitz looms larger by the day. But none of this deters Maggie Hope. She graduated at the top of her college class and possesses all the skills of the finest minds in British intelligence, but her gender qualifies her only to be the newest typist at No. 10 Downing Street. Her indefatigable spirit and remarkable gifts for codebreaking, though, rival those of even the highest men in government, and Maggie finds that working for the prime minister affords her a level of clearance she could never have imagined-and opportunities she will not let pass. In troubled, deadly times, with air-raid sirens sending multitudes underground, access to the War Rooms also exposes Maggie to the machinations of a menacing faction determined to do whatever it takes to change the course of history."
The Mystery Book Group meets on the last Tuesday of the month from 7:00-9:00, this month on the 31st.
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Drumlin Farms
This is the perfect time of year to visit
Drumlin Farms with all the new baby animals.
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Friends of the Library News
The Spring Book Sale is May 12-14. Here is your opportunity to stock up on books for your Summer reading. The best selection is during the opening hour of the first day, Thursday from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. During that time, only members of the Friends are allowed in. The sale continues the rest of that day until 8:00 pm. Friday hours are from 4:00 until 8:00 pm and Saturday from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm. Our books come from generous friends who donate all categories of books. With thousands of books to choose from, there is bound to be something for everyone. And with the low prices, how can you go wrong? The deal gets even better on Saturday when you can purchase an entire shopping bag full of books for only $5.00.
Thanks to all of you who donated bottles and cans at the transfer station during the month of April. And special thanks to those who volunteered to sort them. The money from both the cans and the book sale is used to support our library. The Friends pay for all the museum passes, subsidize the coffee cart and pay for various events throughout the year. We are always looking for new ideas and new members.
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May is the month to celebrate the "
three B'S
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Bountiful
thanks to our veterans,
barbecuing
at our first spring cook-out, and
bicycling
all the calories away
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from a long winter! Downstairs in the non-fiction level of the library you may browse new displays showcasing these "
three B's
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Some featured books are:
Charlie Mike: a true story of heroes who brought their mission home
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by Joe Klein
Best Bike Rides Cape Cod and the Islands: the greatest recreational rides in the area
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by Dr. Gregory
Wright
The Texas Food Bible: from legendary dishes to new classics
, by Dean Fearing
Enrich your soul, increase your health and satisfy your appetite all at your public library!
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