The newsletter of the Rowley Public Library
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rowley Public Library
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The Rowley Board of Health strongly encourages all persons, regardless of vaccination status, 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 started Sept. 7:
Mon-Thu : 9 am - 7 pm
Fri + Sat : 9 am - 2 pm
The Library will be closed on Thursday November 11 for the Veterans' Day Holiday, as well as Thursday November 25 and Friday November 26 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. On Wednesday November 24 the Library will close early at 5 pm.
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Beyond the Mayflower and 1620: Native Americans of New England
Thursday, Nov. 4, 7pm
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Christoph Strobel will present an interpretive history of the indigenous peoples of New England. This talk will not attempt to provide a comprehensive history, but, rather, by focusing on a few select case studies, historic sketches, and biographies from throughout New England, we will explore the story of Native Americans in the region. While this talk will not turn a blind eye to the horrendous impact that colonization, dispossession, and racism had on the lives of indigenous peoples in New England, it will also emphasize Native American resistance, adaptation, and survival under often harsh and unfavorable circumstances.
This program is brought to you in cooperation with the libraries of Boxford, Chelmsford, Lowell, and West Newbury.
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Explore the importance of creating welcoming habitats for birds through thoughtful landscape choices, including native plants vital for food and nesting sites, with Joan Butler of Enchanted Gardens.
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These events are hosted by the Tewksbury Library in collaboration with the Rowley Library and other Massachusetts libraries.
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Design your own Holiday Wreath
Saturday, Dec. 4, 10am
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Lisa Giannino from Country Gardens is back! Design your very own holiday wreath. Perfect size for your door!
Registration required. $10 materials fee is due at sign-up.
Special thanks goes to Lisa Giannino and Country Gardens for donating her time for this program.
Space is limited - sign up today! Stop by the library, or call 978-948-2850 for more information.
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Rowley Library Book Club
Thursday December 2 at 6:30pm
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Join us at the library on Thursday, December 2 at 6:30pm to discuss The Yellow House by Sarah Broom, a NYT bestseller and winner of the 2019 National Book Award for Nonfiction. Drop-ins welcome!
Broom’s mother bought the yellow house before she married Broom’s father, and they raised their large blended family there, until Katrina destroyed the family home. The author is blunt about the callous indifference of the efforts to reestablish displaced residents, but the area had been marginalized and neglected long before Katrina, displaying the racial and economic inequality that pervade society today. Despite the obstacles, the pull of home and family is strong, as the author portrays her family’s story through 100 years of New Orleans history.
The library has copies of the book available, so pick one up today, or get links to order your own copy here. For more information, call the library at 978-948-2850, or email info@rowleylibrary.org. The book club meets on the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m., and future titles are listed on our web site.
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Overdrive Big Read - Nov. 1-15 |
OverDrive's next Big Library Read kicks off on November 1 with Five Total Strangers, a "page-turning thriller that will keep readers guessing until the very end" (School Library Journal) about a road trip in a snowstorm that turns into bone-chilling disaster, from New York Times bestselling mystery author Natalie D. Richards.
Five Total Strangers will be available with no wait in eBook and audiobook formats on Libby and the OverDrive app between November 1-15.
Join a live virtual event with the author November 8 @ 2pm! Register here.
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Reserve your Museum Passes online from home! |
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You can now reserve your passes online- and view and print them from home! Check our Museum Passes page to see what's available- by museum or by date. All our museums accept passes printed from home or displayed on a device except the State Parks Pass.
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.
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Our bi-monthly meetings are now being held the first Wednesday of every even month with the next one being in the Library Meeting Room Wednesday December 1 at 7:00pm. Please email friendsboard@rowleylibrary.org for more information.
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The Book Sale was a Success!
Thank you to all who contributed to our fall book sale whether it was with a donation, by volunteering, making a purchase or sharing information about the sale. Everyone’s efforts resulted in a wonderful community event that raised approximately $1,200 to support library programming. We couldn’t have done it without your help!
Friends' Fall Plant Sale
The first ever Friends’ Fall Plant Sale, led by Friend’s Board President Sieglinde Aigner-Crooks and volunteer Maura Mastrogiovanni, offered bulbs, perennials and even some education on mushrooming. In addition, Maura and Siegi dressed up the library grounds with some new plantings. We hope many in the community love merging gardening with their love of the library just as we do!
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It’s beginning to look a lot like…COOKIES! |
Mark your calendars and get out those recipes for the 5th annual Cookie Walk being held December 18th! More information to come.
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Friends of the Rowley Library Little Free Libraries are open! |
Triton senior Skylar Patterson designed, built, and installed three Little Free Libraries (TM) as his Eagle Scout project this summer. They are located at Pine Grove School, Eiras Park, and the Herrick Farm Stand. All are welcome to take a book/ leave a book. A dedication ceremony will be held soon - watch our social media for details!
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With much going on we are looking forward to a fun fall season at the library! Thank you to all Friends and the community for your continued support. |
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The Friends-sponsored weekly adult yoga class meet 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 meet each Monday that is not a holiday.
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Join the Genealogy Club from 5-7 pm on the third Monday of each month in the Local History Room, 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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Hoopla is now available on Android Auto! |
By popular request, hoopla is now available on Android Auto! Listen to music and audiobooks more safely and easily using your vehicle's in-dash display. Watch this short tutorial for more information.
Bonus Borrows are returning in November! Check hoopla starting Nov. 1 for more details. Choose from hundreds of titles that don't count towards your monthly limit!
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There are no games, no puzzles and no computers. It is strongly recommended that all patrons wear face masks. |
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Take & Make craft coming in November |
We have a pop-up Take & Make craft coming in November - Vintage Keepsake Boxes! For ages 3-17. No sign-ups, first-come-first-served. They will be put out near the Grab & Go shelf in lobby the second week of the month. Come by and pick them up while supplies last!
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Join us in welcoming our new librarians! |
Stop by the Children's Room to say hello to Miss Sarah, our new Head of Youth Services and Miss Mary, the Assistant Head of Youth Services. They join us from Danvers and Groveland respectively, and are looking forward to getting to know the patrons here in Rowley!
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Save the Date: Polar Express! |
We'll be hosting our annual Polar Express viewing in the Library Meeting room on Thursday, December 16th from 4:30 to 6:30PM.
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Check our online calendar and Facebook for activities.
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(978) 948-2850 or www.rowleylibrary.org |
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