November Events
This Land Was Made for You and Me: A Panel Discussion on Refugee Resettlement
Thursday, November 3rd
7:00 PM
Wakelin Room
This timely program will feature an introduction to forced migration by refugee trauma recovery specialist, Mick Hirsch. Two refugee survivors who have successfully resettled to the United States from Laos and Nepal will share their experiences moving from their homeland, to refugee camps, to a new home in the U.S. All are invited to come hear stories haunting, humorous, and hopeful!
Jointly sponsored by Wellesley Neighbors, World of Wellesley and the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries.
Pulitzer Fiction Book Group
Thursday, November 3rd
10:00 AM
Arnold Room
Join us for discussions about Pulitzer Prize for Fiction winning titles. New members always welcome. In November, we will discuss American Pastoral by Philip Roth.
From Ocean to Table and Challenges Along the Way
Sunday, November 6th
2:00 PM Wakelin Room
Bringing
seafood from the waters of the world to your dinner plate is a journey that involves many stakeholders. Today's consumer insists upon traceability, sustainability, and accountability, starting with the fisherman and finishing with the fishmonger. Members of the Marden family of Wellesley's Captain Marden's Seafood will explain where your seafood comes from, how it was caught and the length of time it takes to get to your plate.
Jointly sponsored by the Wellesley Council on Aging (through a generous grant from The Wellesley Hills Junior Women's Club), and the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries.
Hills Branch Crochet Group
Tuesdays, November 1st, 15th and 29th.
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Hills Branch Library
210 Washington St.
Are you interested in learning crochet basics or advancing your crochet skills? Just drop by to learn, share, and join in on crochet-a-longs.
Sunday Knitting Group
Sundays, November 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th
2:00 to 4:00 PM
Main Library
Small Conference Room
Get together to knit, chat, share and work on your knitting projects. Just drop by; new members always welcome.
Wellesley Society of Artists: Reception, Awards & Demonstration
Thursday, November 10th
6:30 PM
Wakelin Room
All are welcome to a reception with light refreshments at 6:30 PM. Awards will be presented for the WSA's library jury exhibit at 7:00 pm, followed by a demonstration by local artist, Frederick Kubitz, who is
known for his colorful oils and watercolors of the Boston Harbor and Landscape.
Jointly sponsored by the WSA and the Wellesley Free Library.
Concert:
Laszlo Gardony, Solo Jazz Piano
Sunday, November 13th
2:00 PM
Wakelin Room
Laszlo Gardony is a critically acclaimed artist who has brought his soulful improvisations and compositions to audiences in 26 countries. A winner of the Great American Jazz Piano Competition, Gardony has been called "a pianist worthy of praise within the highest pantheon of performers" by Jazz Review and "a great pianist" by Dave Brubeck.
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries.
Hills Hearthside Series: Artists' Perspectives
Thursday, November 17th
6:30 PM
Hills Branch Library
210 Washington St.
Tonight, meet Dottie Laughlin, oil painter. She is inspired by the life around her: in the garden, the fruit of the season, and the simple items of everyday life, embracing the creative challenge of painting these images in a unique way.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries.
Write Your Children's Book - And Get It Published!
Thursday, November 17th
7:00 PM
Wakelin Room
Having a children's book published in today's tough market can seem like an impossible dream. Do you need an agent? Should you connect with an artist? What about self-publishing? In a one-session seminar, nationally-known author Peter Mandel will pass on the insider's tips you need in order to create a marketable first book and get it into the hands of exactly the right gatekeepers in the publishing world.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries.
Friday Morning Book/Movie Group
Friday, November 18th
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Main Library Arnold Room
Join us to discuss Erik Larson's
Dead Wake,
which captures the drama and emotional power of the 1915 Lusitania disaster while painting a larger portrait of America at the height of the Progressive Era.
New members always welcome.
Saturday Book Chat at the Hills
Saturday, November 19th
10:30 AM
Hills Branch Library
210 Washington St.
If you're an avid reader who loves to talk about the books you've enjoyed and hear about recommendations from others, try attending a Book Chat! Unlike typical book groups, the discussions do not center on one specific title. Instead, each participant describes recent favorites.
The Loss of the U.S.S. Quincy
Sunday, November 20th
2:00 PM
Wakelin Room
In honor of Veterans Day, local historian Bob Begin will discuss the history of the heavy cruiser U.S.S. Quincy from her launching in her namesake city during the Great Depression to her fateful role in the Pacific during World War II. He will also explore the lives of some of the men who served on board during the war.
Jointly sponsored by the Wellesley Historical Society, the Wellesley Free Library, and the Wellesley Council on Aging.
Documentary Film: MAKERS - Women in Space
Tuesday, November 29th
7:00 PM
Wakelin Room
Some of the women pioneers in the U.S. space program passed the same grueling tests as male astronauts, only to be dismissed as a distraction by NASA, the military, and even Lyndon Johnson. It wasn't until 1995 that Eileen Collins became the first woman to pilot a spacecraft. The film includes interviews with influential females and ends with the next generation of women engineers, mathematicians and astronauts who continue to make small but significant steps forward.
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Now on Display: WHS "Community Box" Project
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 Wellesley High School students created the Community Box project as part of the cross-discipline Evolutions Program.
After learning about anthropology and concepts of what makes a community, the
students
conducted interviews with citizens throughout town, then communicated their understanding of a theme through multiple techniques. You can explore this interactive multimedia installation at the main library until mid-November. It is directly across from the entrance to the Jackie's Room computer lab.
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Winter Wonderland Tea Party with Elsa and Olaf!
 On Saturday, December 3rd, the Hills Branch Library will be transformed into a magical winter wonderland! Guests can choose from one of two tea times: 10 AM or 2 PM. Families will enjoy hands-on activities, animated readings and festive music while delighting in sweet treats and sips of warm cocoa or tea.
Tickets are $30 for adults and $20 for children. All proceeds benefit the Wellesley Free Library Foundation's ongoing support of the Hills and Fells branch libraries.
Many thanks to our presenting sponsor Dr. Paul O. Johnson, Pediatric Dentistry; and our Elsa sponsor, Roche Brothers!
Grandparents, parents and friends can show support for the branch libraries by becoming a
Tea Table Sponsor or
Tea Time Friend.
To learn more, visit our
website
or email
Jennifer Siedman
, Director of Development or call 781-235-1610 x1127.
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Love the Library?
Shop at Talbots!
Need the perfect gift?
Searching for something to round out your holiday wardrobe?
Shop at Talbots in Wellesley
on Monday,November14th
from 11 AM to 2 PM, and 10% of your purchase will be donated to the Wellesley Free Library Foundation.
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JSTOR: A Unique, Online Collection of Articles & eBooks
 Academics, local authors, students, and interested Wellesley residents have made hundreds of searches on the arts, humanities, and social sciences in
JSTOR.
This unique database of articles from 2000+ current and archival journals, books, and primary sources offers information not found in the usual places.
Now this database also includes over 40,000 e-books from academic publishers! This is exciting for any serious student! Sign in through
our list of databases and try it out; then tell your colleagues and friends!
To learn more,
sign up for the
Explore JSTOR class on Monday, November 28th from 10 AM to 11:30 AM.
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Programs for Kids and Teens
 Please call 781-235-1610 ext 1108 with questions about programs for children. Did you know that most library programs are possible through support from the Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries?
Sensory Storytime
Monday, November 7th, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Main Library Story Hour Room
This monthly program for children ages 4+ is presented by trained staff from the OTA Koomar Center of Watertown. Each 60 minute session includes stories, songs, and sensory play, as well as take home ideas for parents and caregivers. Registration period begins 1 week in advance of event and is required.
Infant Massage
Monday, November 14th, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Main Library Story Hour Room
Parents and caretakers of infants and pre-crawling babies will learn the art of infant massage from Sheryl White, IAIM Certified Infant Massage Instructor. Registration begins on Oct 31 and is required.
Meet a Chicken at Storytime?
Wednesday, November 16th, 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
Main Library Wakelin Room
Kids ages 2-6 are invited to join Land's Sake Farm for some chicken stories, a chicken-themed craft project, and a "meet & greet" with a live chicken! Registration required. Registration begins on November 9th.
Hampstead Stage presents "A Christmas Carol" Friday, November 25th, 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Main Library Wakelin Room
Families with children of all ages will enjoy this live performance of a timeless story. Drop in.
Commonwealth Ballet Company performs "The Nutcracker"
Monday, November 28th, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Main Library Wakelin Room
Families with children of all ages will enjoy this classic holiday story and dance. Following the show, you will be able to meet the dancers and try some ballet steps! Drop in.
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Business Owners: Keep Learning!
 There are many facets to owning a business and so much to know in order to do it right. Sign up to attend the informative presentations listed below. For a listing of more programs, events and technology classes, visit the WFL calendar.
Join us for an information session about the Small Business Administration's programs and services that can help you start, grow and succeed in your own business.
Artists' Business
Workshop Series with
Abby Glassenberg
Main Library Arnold Room 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
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Photoshop Elements 14 is Here!
 Photoshop Elements 14 is now available on four of the public computers on the second floor, as well all of the computers in Jackie's Room computer lab.
Sign up
for Introduction to Photoshop Elements 14 on
November 29th from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM to learn more.
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November Book Displays
-
 "Cornucopia of Mysteries" 1st floor mystery table.
- "A Cornucopia of Historical Films" on display in the Media Room.
- "Read Novels and Short Stories by Massachusetts Authors" on the second floor.
- Also on the second floor: "Aviation History Month," "Bob Dylan," and Holiday Cooking."
- Best kept secret: did you know there's a book display on the second floor in the space we call the High School Room?For November, that hold a display of "Historical Fiction."
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Book Groups for Children and Teens
The Reading Club, for kids in 4th and 5th grade with an adult
Monday, November 14th
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Main Library Children's Room
We will discuss We Can't All Be Rattlesnakes by Patrick Jennings. Both adults and children should read the book then drop-in to enjoy the discussion.
Kids Read, for kids in 2nd and 3rd grade
Friday, November 18th
4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
Main Library Craft Room
Drop in to discuss The Story of Diva and Flea by Mo Willems,
Books & Bites, for kids in middle school with an adult Monday, November 21st
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Main Library Children's Room
Join us to discuss The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin. Kids and parents are invited to read the book and join the discussion.
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November Art Exhibits
 Wakelin Room & Lobby
Wellesley Society of Artists
The Wellesley Society of Artists (WSA)
is a community of artists founded in 1933 for the purpose of encouraging and supporting local artists and for promoting fine arts in Wellesley. Members come from all over the Boston metro area and beyond.
Special Event on November 10th
Wellesley Society of Artists Reception, Awards & Demonstration!
All are welcome to a reception with light refreshments at 6:30 PM. Awards will be presented for the library jury exhibit at 7:00 PM, followed by a demonstration by local artist, Frederick Kubitz. "Fritz" as he goes by, is known for his colorful oils and watercolors of the Boston Harbor and Landscape. He is a longstanding member of the Boston Guild and a past president of the Wellesley Society of Artists. Jointly sponsored by the WSA and the Wellesley Free Library.
Children's Exhibit Cases
Endangered Animals Project
Last spring, 30 Hunnewell Elementary School students in 2nd- 5th grade participated in an after-school program, Students for Environmental Awareness. They researched endangered species and illustrated them in their natural habitats. During the month of November, you can view these illustrations at the main library.
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Holiday Hours
The WFL will close at 5 PM on Wednesday, November 23rd and be closed all day on Thursday, November 24th.
In the photo to the right, you can what happens when the library building is closed: a mountain of returns in the book drop!
Don't forget, many WFL resources are available to you 24/7 at the "virtual library"
online.
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