The newsletter of the Rowley Public Library
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rowley Public Library
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While face coverings are no longer required in municipal buildngs, the Rowley Board of Health strongly encourages anyone who is not fully vaccinated to continue to wear a mask indoors.
We continue to offer Curbside and Grab-&-Go pickup for those not comfortable visiting the library. Visit our web site, or call 978-948-2850.
NEW Library Hours:
Mon-Thu : 10 am - 7 pm
Fri + Sat : 10 am - 2 pm
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Please return your library materials |
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Because of the COVID closure and limited hours and services, the Rowley Library had temporarily suspended the billing process for items that are considered long overdue (49 or more days).
This grace period ended on June 28, and all bills that were held back will be assessed by mid-August. Please check for any items that have not been returned during this past year, and return them as soon as possible. Starting June 28, your account may become blocked until you either return the items, or pay for items which may have been lost or damaged. If you have any questions about your account's status or any outstanding items, please call us. Thank you!
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Currently on display in the lobby display case: Fine art mosaics by local artist Su Bailey |
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The work of mosaicist, jewelry maker, and stained glass artist Su Bailey is on display in the library lobby. Taking inspiration from her travels around the world, and having lived in both the Northeast and Southwest, her mosaics are inspired by and pass along the beauty she has witnessed in the world. These beautiful, one-of-a-kind art pieces will be on display through August 14.
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Our Display Case schedule has openings
We are looking for collectors and enthusiasts who want to share what they love with the community. Do you collect PEZ dispensers, trains, comic books? We have a display case for that! Are you part of a club, like a knitting group or local bird watchers? Help us educate the community by doing an informational display in our display case. For more information, call Amy Roderick at 978-948-2850
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Adult Summer Reading
June 14 - August 31
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There's still time to join our 2021 Adult Summer Reading program and win fabulous prizes!
This year we're supporting local businesses by giving away gift cards! Enter here to sign up & track your reading, or pick up a form at the desk. Each book you read earns you a raffle ticket- entries are unlimited, so start reading now!
Congratulations to our July winners: Jennifer C., Joan L., and Sharon M.! They each won $20 gift cards to a local business of their choice. Sign up now for your chance to win.
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Author Event: 'The Woman Who Stole Vermeer' with Anthony Amore
Wednesday, August 25, 7PM
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Join bestselling author Anthony Amore for a presentation on his new book, The Woman Who Stole Vermeer: The True Story of Rose Dugdale and the Russborough House Art Heist, via Zoom.
About The Book: The extraordinary life and crimes of heiress-turned-revolutionary Rose Dugdale, who in 1974 became the only woman to pull off a major art heist. The Woman Who Stole Vermeer is Dugdale’s story, from her idyllic upbringing in Devonshire and her presentation to Elizabeth II as a debutante to her university years and her eventual radical lifestyle. Her life of crime and activism is at turns unbelievable and awe-inspiring, and sure to engross readers.
About The Author: Anthony Amore is Director of Security and Chief Investigator at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, where he is charged with the ongoing efforts to recover thirteen works of art stolen from the museum on March 18, 1990. Additionally, he is the co-author of Stealing Rembrandts (a Wall Street Journal bestseller) and author of The Art of the Con (a New York Times bestseller) and provides analysis on issues related to security and terrorism for the BBC, NBC News, NPR, CNN, FOX, and others. He lives in Boston.
**PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.**
This program is offered in collaboration with the Tewksbury Library and is being supported by the Corning Foundation.
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Genealogy club is back! Next meeting is August 16, 5-7 pm |
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Join us from 5-7 pm on the third Monday of each month in the Local History Room for Genealogy Club, where like-minded researchers can make use of the Library's resources, share ideas, and make progress on family stories. No experience necessary. No expert on hand, but those who have been working on this for a while will help you get started.
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This month's featured online resource: |
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Learn a new craft with Creativebug |
Try Creativebug! Our latest addition to our online resources has thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. You will need your Rowley library card to set up a free account. |
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Many museums are now open! |
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Make sure you get a discount pass from us BEFORE purchasing your tickets! Museums are changing their plans as we speak, so please check their current policies on their web site.
We will soon be adding new museum passes! Check our Museum Passes page for our current offerings.
Now Open
The Museum of Fine Arts: All visitors are required to reserve a timed-entry ticket for admission online. Get a library discount code to use online before you purchase your tickets. Get current information about their reopening from the MFA web site.
The Museum of Science is open and requires a timed-entry reservation. To receive the Library discount patrons will need to pick up the paper pass from the Library before making their reservation. The pass allows 4 people the discounted admission. Visit the MoS web site.
The New England Aquarium: Timed reservations are no longer required for library pass users! Call us to reserve your library pass for the date you want, then take the library pass to the box office on the day of your visit - the pass gets you 4 tickets at the discounted rate. Find current information on their web site here.
The Peabody-Essex Museum: Reserve your PEM library pass with us and then log into their ticket page to reserve a date and time to visit PEM. We will give you the web site and code for your discount (limited to 2 people) when you reserve your pass. Get more information about their opening plans at the PEM web site.
The Wenham Museum: Tickets must be reserved online - check their web site for more details. You will need to present the library pass at the door.
Zoo New England: Passes are now available for the Stone Zoo and Franklin Park Zoo. Online reservations are required.
The Boston Children's Museum Passes are available for Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. You will need a paper or electronic copy of the date-specific coupon before making a reservation for a timed visit. See the web site for their current hours.
We also have the State Parks Pass, which gives you free parking at all state parks. And you can now request it like a book in the catalog! Search "Parks Pass" to request it, and just drop it in the book return on your way home.
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Our bi-monthly virtual meetings are now being held the first Wednesday of every even month with the next one being held in-person in the Library Meeting Room Wednesday August 4 at 7:00pm. Please email friendsboard@rowleylibrary.org for more information.
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The Friends are planning a fall book sale fundraiser. Donations of good quality used books will be accepted one day only, Saturday, October 16, 2021 in the Library Meeting Room. Save the date for the book sale on Saturday, October 23, with a Friends only preview night on Friday October 22nd. Volunteers will be needed on both the donation drop-off event and at the sale itself. |
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The Friends sponsored weekly adult yoga class will return in September but will switch to meeting on Monday evenings @ 5:30 pm
Elissa Shoreman, founder and owner of Buddhaful Souls Yoga Studio of Rowley teaches this gentle class suitable for all fitness levels. Cost is $12 per class, or $10 for Friends members. Students should bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes. Classes will resume on September 20 and meet each Monday that is not a holiday.
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There are no games, no puzzles and no computers. It is strongly recommended that all unvaccinated patrons wear face masks. |
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SUMMER READING 2021
Ends this Month on
Aug 13th
(ages 3-18)
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Our patrons are close to finishing up this year's challenge. Many have logged all their minutes and completed activities to increase their chances in the grand prize drawing. The Library will contact winners of the drawing via email/phone.
Check our online calendar and Facebook for weekly activities.
Sponsored by:
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Programs/Events
8/3 Take & Make #5
8/4 Magic Fred 11 am (front lawn)
8/12 Flying Dogs 4pm (town common)
8/13 End of summer reading
Keep an eye on social media for POP-UP Events at Library.
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EXCITING NEWS !
Our Fifth Episode
Airs On August 1st
You will be able to listen to the episodes where you normally listen to your podcasts.
Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google, Overcast, Radio Public etc. Click on link above.
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SPECIAL SHOUTOUT TO
Ms. Teri
Our Head Children's Librarian
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Please join us in wishing Ms. Teri all the best as she embarks on her new library adventure. We're going to miss her, but want to extend our gratitude for her time with us here at the Rowley Library!
Ms. Teri's last day is August 13th, 2021
Stop by to say good-bye/good luck.
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(978) 948-2850 or www.rowleylibrary.org |
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