September is here and that brings two exciting things, the start of a new school year and the Annual Friends of the Library Used Book Sale!
Information on the book sale is below. We hope to see you there!
For those heading to school or have family starting school we wish you a happy school year and look forward to being a resource for you this year!
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Annual Book Sale: September 14-18th
The Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held from Wednesday, Sept. 14 to Saturday, Sept. 18!
September 14th: 4:00-7:30pm*
*Members Only Pre-Sale!
Friends of the Library membership starts at $10. Visit their website for more information.
September 15: 9:00am-7:30pm
Friends Bake Sale Starting at 9:30am
September 16: 9:00am - 5:30pm
September 17: 9:00 - 11:30am
Special $3 Bag Sale!
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Garden Tales Farmer's Market
The Garden Tales Farmer's Market, sponsored by The Friends of the Library, continues through October 27 on Thursday afternoons from 3:00-6:00pm in the Library Parking Lot!
When you visit the Farmer's Market you may see Erin, our market organizer, handing out recipes to make with your fresh produce. Below are some of her favorites.
Erin's Recommended Recipes:
Erin's Note: Don't let the name fool you, these apples are s
autéed not fried!
Erin's Note: Try halving the recipe if you're making it for two.
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Exercise Your Mind and Body this Fall
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 Watertown Walking History
Join local history enthusiast
Charlotte Groth for an evening walk and learn about Watertown History.
Thursdays at 6:00pm. All walks start in the library lobby.
September 8 - North, Margaret Street
September 15 - South, Clyman Street
September 22 - East, Main Street
September 29 - West, Maranatha Baptist University
Registration is encouraged.
Please call the Reference Desk at 920-319-1046 to register.
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Wellness Series - Get Fit at Your Desk
Every month, join instructors and practitioners from Facilitated Healing as they share ways to reclaim control of your health and well-being.
On Monday, September 19th at 6:30pm, join Facilitated Healing Co-Owner,
Loree Walker for a workshop on how to Get Fit at Your Desk.
Registration is encouraged.
Call the Reference Desk at 920-262-4090 to register.
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Beginning Yoga
During this beginning yoga series instructor Ariane will teach a balanced mix of deep stretching and relaxation. You will receive the benefits of a beautifully balanced practice along with breathing and a deep relaxation.
Thursdays from 6:15 - 7:00pm, September 22 - October 27.
All experience levels welcome. Ages 16 and up*.
Participants are encouraged wear comfortable clothes and bring a towel or yoga mat and a bottle of water.
Due to space limitations, registration is required.
Call the Reference Desk at 920-262-4090 to register.
*Students ages 16 and 17 will need a parental permission waiver signed before class. Please visit the Reference Desk for a copy of the waiver.
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Miss Peregrine: Read the Book, Watch the Movie.
Book Discussion:
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children
by Ransom Riggs
Wednesday, September 28 at 4:30pm
Join us for a discussion of
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children! This will be a time to eat snacks, chit-chat, and talk about our opinions of the book before we watch the movie!
Watch the Movie:
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children (PG-13)
Friday, September 30th - Meet at Library at 4:20pm
Registration Required
If you are anxiously awaiting the movie debut of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, now is your chance to see it! On Friday, September 30th, join us for a 4:45pm showing at Towne Cinema.
We will meet at the library at 4:20pm and walk over as a group.
The
first 20 teens that sign up will be able to go for FREE
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Call the Reference Desk at 920-262-4090 to sign up!
*Only the cost of the ticket will be covered--please bring money for concessions!
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Family Time at the Library
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Bring Your Grandparents to the Library!
Celebrate Grandparents Day weekend with a visit to the library! Bring your grandparent or favorite adult to the library for Saturday breakfast snacks and books, board games and crafts all weekend long.
Saturday and Sunday, September 10th & 11th.
All ages welcome!
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Breakfast and Books
Saturday mornings just became a lot more fun!
Families are invited to the library for some delicious donuts and fun literacy activities!
Saturdays, Sept. 24, Oct. 22 and Nov. 19
10:00 am - 12:00 am
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Library Events on Facebook
There is a lot happening at the library this fall!
Full a complete look at activities and classes visit our Facebook page subscribe to our Events Feed!
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September is Library Card Sign-up Month!
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Cafe Catalog
Visit the library catalog to place holds, review your account and more!
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Do you have a mobile device such as a tablet, eReader or smartphone?
Did you know that you can checkout ebooks and digital audiobooks from the Watertown Public Library?
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Mystery Book Club
The October selection is
Dante Club by Matthew Pearl.
New members welcome!
Discussion Times:
Tues., Oct. 11, 6:00pm
Thurs., Oct. 13, 10:00am
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Bookies Book Club
The November selection is
Go Set a Watchman
by Harper Lee
New members welcome!
Discussion Times:
Wed., Nov. 9, 6:00pm
Thurs., Nov. 10, 10:00am
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