June means it's Summer Reading Kick-off Time 
at the Middleborough Public Library!
Library Lines                June  2017
Hello Middleborough!

Summer is in the air & for Libraries all over that means one thing: Summer Reading programs! The countdown begins as we look forward to ramping up our programming, while another countdown is underway - the end of school. So make sure you sign up for one of our amazing programs, & beware the dreaded Summer Slide!

The Summer Reading theme Building A Better World is near & dear to what I believe Libraries are all about - making & doing. Yes, the Library is full of amazing resources & fun things to read & watch, but it's so much more than a repository for passive consumption. We strive to be a place where the entire community can access the tools & knowledge to accomplish their creative goals, whatever they are, from start to finish.

Dreaming of downsizing? Check out our Tiny Houses program for advice you'll need. Want the skinny on eating locally & seasonally? Liz Barbour' s got you covered with her cooking programs for adults & teens. From quilting to woodworking to metalsmithing to knitting to 3D printing, we're going to offer up the chance to gain some new skills to pay the bills.

The Library is here to encourage you at every step of the way, from first word to last. From blank page to book on a library shelf, from fuzzy idea sketched out on a napkin to a working three-dimensional model, from one note to musical score, the Library endeavors to support your dreams.

See you at the Library!
~ Jason
 
Craft, Create, Construct: Building Community @ the Middleborough Public Library

Put on your DIY hat and join us for "Craft, Create, Construct: Building Community @ the Library!" 
 
To kick off our annual Summer Reading Programs, patrons are encouraged to stop by on                Sat., June 17, during opening hours, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., where you can craft, create and construct.  There will be Lego building, knitting and quilting, and woodworking, with the last activity start-time of 2:30 p.m.  Participate in each station to earn a chance to win a prize, including a Lego set (donated by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library), a plaque with your name on it for the Library's new birdhouse, (made and donated by Library Head of Circulation Melissa Guimont) or a beautiful quilted wall hanging (donated by the Water Street Quilters of Middleboro).
 
There will be a community-wide Lego build, where patrons can add one piece or an entire building to the group project. In addition, ardent fans of Lego minifigures are invited to stop by between 1:00 and 2:00 p.m. to trade minifigures with other fans.  The first 50 participants will receive a free minifigure to take home.

Register for a summer reading program (children's, teen or adult) at stations on each floor, and be automatically entered in a raffle to win one of six $10 Dunkin Donuts gift cards.

The Library will be open for normal business during this free event, and all ages are invited to attend.   

Online and in-person registration opens Sat., June 17, and programs run through Thursday, August 31, 2017.   
 
For more news and information about summer reading programming and events, check this newsletter, call 508-946-2470, or visit the library's website ( www.midlib.org), Facebook page or the Middleborough Gazette.

We hope you'll drop by and learn a new skill or share your DIY talents with your Library community.   See below for information on the individual programs for kids, teens and adults. Craft, Create, Construct @ the Library is made possible thanks to the support of the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library. 
Beat the Summer Slide with the Children's Summer Reading Program

Kids up to 5th grade can sign up online or at the library for the Children's Summer Reading program starting June 17.  

Log reading time to earn great prizes like food coupons, free books, a Paw Sox ticket, a book nameplate, and chances to win one of five grand prizes.  What counts as reading?  Read to yourself, be read to, or read to someone, and even listening to audiobooks count!  The more you read the more chances you have to win one of the grand prizes including Lego sets, maker kits, and books.  Stop by once a week during the summer to complete puzzle sheets for a chance to win the prizes on display in the glass case. Complete all the challenges for an opportunity to win free movie tickets.

Pick up a library brochure for detailed information on the Children's Summer Reading Program and all the programs planned.  Registration for programs begins on June 5.  Here are some highlights for June:
  • Mon., June 19, 10:30 a.m.:  Musikgarten class for kids 2-5 years old. Registration required.
  • Mon., June 19, 3:30 p.m.:  Drop-in Makerspace for kids 8 and up- try Snap Circuits, knitting, or constructing.
  • Thurs., June 22, 2:00 p.m.:  Ms. Marsha from Self Help Inc.'s CFCE brings Art Adventures to the library for kids 4 and up.  Learn about an artist and create a work inspired by their style.  This class meets June 22, July 20, August 10 and 17.  Registration required.
  • Tues., June 27, 6:30 p.m.:  Toe Jam Puppet Band returns to the Town Hall lawn for a family-friendly outdoor concert.  In the case of inclement weather it will be moved inside to the auditorium.
  • Wed., June 28, 10:30 a.m.:  Easton Children's Museum brings their Doodlebots program for kids K-3rd grade.  Registration required.
Build a Better World is sponsored by The Friends of the Middleborough Public Library, Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.  Images copyright CSLP, 2017.

"Build A Better World"  Teen Summer Reading Challenge

Youth in grades 6-12 are invited to sign up online or at the library for the 2017 Teen Summer Reading program starting Saturday, June 17.


Take the summer reading challenge to read, create, and compete  for a chance to be one one of seven Grand Prize winners.
Log your reading time through August 31, earn great reading prizes, and enter into the Prize Pack Reading Raffle for a chance to win one of six fantastic prize packs.  The more time you read, the more raffle chances you earn!

Looking to test your mental, physical, and creative talents?  Reading participants can also try taking on one of the many teen "challenges" we've created to reflect this year's theme of improving the world around you through building, creating, and engaging in social and environmental change.  For every challenge you complete, you'll earn a raffle chance towards a $50 Amazon gift card in the "Challenge Yourself!" Amazon Raffle.

Here's what we have for upcoming teen programs.  Youth in grades 5-12 can watch a cooking demonstration and sample some delicious healthy snacks in SuperSnacks for Teens on Sat., June 24, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Teens in grades 6-12 can get creative in our  Metalsmithing: Creating Copper Bookmarks workshop on Thurs., July 13, 2:00-3:30 p.m., and teens aged 13-18  have an opportunity to make their own 3D creation at our 3D Printing Workshop for Teens on Tues., July 18 12:30-2:30 p.m.  Contact the library at 508-946-2470 or email Christine Dargelis, Teen Services Librarian, to register for a program.

Pick up a Summer Reading brochure at the library for more details.

Build A Better World  is sponsored by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library, the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.  Prizes have been generously donated by Chipotle, Dairy Queen, Dave's Diner, Pawtucket Red Sox, Raynham Walmart, The Big E, and Tree Top Adventures.

Summer Reading Program 
for Adults Returns
 
"Build a Better World," the 2017 Adult Summer Reading Program (ASRP), kicks off on Sat., June 17 and runs through Thurs., Aug. 31. The Library encourages adults ages 18 and up to participate in a variety of library and community-building challenges throughout the summer.  The more activities recorded, the more chances you have to win one of five prize packs. Prizes will be awarded at the end of the program. Register online at w ww.midlib.org starting June 17.

As part of the ASRP, the Library will host two free programs:

1. Wed., June 21, 6:30 p.m. "Tiny Houses: A Different Approach to Home Ownership."  (See below for more information.)

2. Sat., June 24, 10:30 a.m. "Feasting From Our Local Farms" with Creative Feast chef Liz Barbour. ( See below for more information, and please note - registration IS required for this program, by Fri., June 16.)

Prize pack gift cards generously donated by Boston Tavern, the Cabin,  Charred Oak Tavern, Coffee Milano, the Main Ingredient, and Persy's Place. 
Tiny Houses: A Different Approach to Home Ownership

Have you always wondered about the joys and frustrations of giving it all (or most of it) away and moving into a Tiny Home? Stop by the Library on  Wed., June 21 at 6:30 p.m., to learn about the basics of planning for and owning a tiny house on wheels.

This program is brought to you thanks to the support of the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library.

Photo courtesy of Tiny House Northeast.
Liz Barbour's  "Feasting From Our Local Farms"

Join Liz Barbour, of Liz Barbour's Creative Feast, at 10:30 a.m., Sat., June 24, as she presents " Feasting From Our Local Farms: the Benefits of Eating Locally and Seasonally." She'll discuss how the modern movement of eating locally grown and raised seasonal fare has its roots deeply planted in our historic kitchens. Now, "eating locally" and "eating seasonally" have become fashionable terms. She'll explore our modern journey back to the local farm with a discussion about the benefits of buying local and eating within the season. A cooking demonstration (and sampling!) of two recipes will feature locally harvested seasonal ingredients.
 
Registration IS required by June 16. Call 508-946-2470 or email Libby Fox at lfox@sailsinc.org.

Thanks to the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library for sponsoring this event.

"SuperSnacks for Teens" with Liz Barbour

Join Liz Barbour, of Liz Barbour's Creative Feast, at 1:00 p.m. on Sat., June 24 as  she demonstrates how teens can prepare delicious snacks combining highly nutritious ingredients to create super healthy recipes any teen can make.  Filling each meal with SuperFood ingredients can be simple and delicious!
 
Enjoy a cooking demonstration of two delicious recipes and sampling. Recipes and paper goods included.  This free program is for youth in grades 5-12.

Registration is required by June 16. Call 508-946-2470  or email Christine Dargelis at cdargeli@sailsinc.org .

Thank you to the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library for sponsoring this event.

This Month's Marvelous Museum Pass

June is a great month to explore your outside surroundings and what better way to do it than with our state park's pass?   

Reserve our  Massachusetts Parks Pass to visit any of the parks in the state including Scusset Beach, Dighton Rock, and Myles Standish State Forest.  

Each pass entitles the bearer to free parking for one vehicle at most DCR day use facilities where parking fees are charged.
 
Please remember: you may pick up your pass any time during the 3 days before your visit, and return it by closing time the day following your visit.
Did You Know...

 
The Library offers an online study product called LearningExpress Library that provides a comprehensive selection of academic and career-related resources in one platform. It offers self-paced academic skill building in reading, writing, math, and science, standardized test preparation, job search and career advancement, college admissions test preparation, professional licensing and certification test preparation, high school equivalency test prep, and more.
 
Targeted learning centers provide patrons of all ages with easy-to-use, intuitive online navigation to interactive tutorials, test preparation, and eBooks.

Just look for the LearningExpress logo on the Library's homepage (www.midlib.org), sign in with your Library card, and go! 
Our Guiding Lights

"A father is neither an anchor to hold us back nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding light whose love shows us the way."  --  Unknown

If you're lucky enough to have a special dad in your life, we hope you'll take the time to hang out with him, call him or connect on social media on Sun., June 18 to tell him how great he is. If you're missing someone this day, take a moment to reflect on how much of a difference he made in your life.
Build A Better World  is sponsored by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library, the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.   Some images are copyrighted. Contact CSLP at contact@cslpreads.org for more information.

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