News, Information, and Fun Things to Do
from the
Middleborough Public Library
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Library Lines
February 2, 2022
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Photo and craft courtesy of atthepicketfence.com. |
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You Can Still Reserve a Valentine's Day Cracker Take-and-Make Kit for Your Sweetheart |
We have just a few kits left to make a valentine's day popper/cracker for your sweetie.
Adults ages 18+ can reserve a take-and-make craft kit and pick it up at the Library by Mon., Feb 14. Each kit contains everything you need, although contents may vary from the photo shown here.
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Save the Date for Adult Programming |
We've got both educational and entertaining programs scheduled for March so save these two dates and look for more information in our next newsletter on Feb. 16.
Wed., March 2, 6:30 p.m.: "Cape Cod Storm Stories" with Don Wilding
Thurs., March 17, 6:30 p.m.: Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Celtic musician Jeff Snow
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Book and Cook Pasta Program with Mama Deb's |
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We'll be cooking up a great story and some pasta on Tues., Feb. 22 at 6:00 p.m.! Families, you can follow along with Mama Deb from the comfort of your own kitchen via Zoom.
One kit per family, please, and space is limited so registration is required. Call 508/946-2470 to sign up.
This program is generously supported by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library.
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Make Your Own Valentine: Rescheduled! |
Due to last weekend's snowstorm, we've rescheduled this program to Tues., Feb. 8 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. so drop by to make a valentine for your valentine.
Using the Library's supplies you can cut, stamp and color your creations in the large meeting room. No registration is required, and all ages are welcome.
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Fairy Lights Craft Kits For February Vacation Week |
You and your kids can enjoy making a fairy light from our take-and-make craft kits. These are for kids ages three and up as they contain coin cell batteries that aren't safe for littler ones.
Supplies are limited so please call the Library to reserve yours today at 508/946-2470. Kits can be picked up beginning Thurs., Feb 17.
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World of Science with Ms. Carol |
This month's STEAM program with Ms. Carol of Self Help Inc.'s Coordinated Family and Community Engagement will take place on Mon., Feb. 7 at 10:30 a.m. It's designed for families with children ages 3-5 years, and children will participate in activities related to the topic through art, songs, experiments, literacy connections and movement.
CFCE will follow the CDC, state and local board of health's COVID guidelines to keep everyone safe and healthy. So, please keep in mind that this gathering may be small in numbers, have masks available, and may be held indoors or outdoors, depending on the guidelines.
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Drop In for a Fun Lego Afternoon |
Stop by the Large Meeting Room downstairs at 4:00 p.m. on Tues., Feb 15 for Lego Afternoon.
Create a Lego masterpiece using the Library's bricks. Space is on a first-come, first-served basis. One table per family or group, and social distancing is encouraged.
This program is generously supported by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library.
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Winter Library Olympic Reading Challenge
for Kids
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Were offering an Olympic-themed winter reading challenge for kids up to grade 6 starting this Fri., Feb 4 through Fri., March 18. Sign up for Beanstack online from our website or use the free app for mobile devices.
Complete a scavenger hunt in the Children's Room to find the Olympic rings. When kids turn in their sheets at the desk they can choose a small prize.
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The more kids read and complete activities, the greater their chance to win a gift card from their choice of either Target or Amazon.
Bronze: $20 gift card
Silver: $30 gift card
Gold: $50 gift card
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Little Free Puzzle Library
If your family can never get enough of puzzles, stop by our new Little Free Puzzle Library in the Children's Room.
Just bring in your used puzzles and swap them for something new. If you don't have one to swap you can still take a puzzle. We only ask that you take them home to work on and don't use them in the Library so pieces don't get mixed up.
The Little Free Puzzle Library will operate through the winter or until we run out of puzzles.
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Woof! Read with Miss Marilyn's Spaniels |
Sign your child up for a 20-minute slot with Ms. Marilyn and her credentialed family therapy pets including a meet-and-greet and reading time. Children can practice and improve their reading skills in a relaxed and non-judgmental atmosphere.
Sessions continue on Thursdays from 4:00-6:00 p.m. through February 10.
Call 508/946-2470 or stop by the Library to sign up. Please only sign up for two sessions at first in order to allow others a chance to participate. This program will meet in the large meeting room and registration is required.
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Tiny Tots Meets Wednesdays Through February 16 |
Tiny Tots meets every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. through Feb. 16. Join us for a story, songs and rhymes that build early literacy skills.
We meet outdoors at the park near Pierce Playground just down the street from the Library. Social distancing is encouraged. In the case of inclement weather, Tiny Tots will move indoors with limited capacity and online using Zoom. Please bring a blanket or seat when meeting outdoors.
This program is geared toward babies and kids up to 3 years old, and their caregiver(s). Siblings are always welcome. To sign up for program updates and the inclement weather list for the Zoom link, please call the Library at 508/946-2470.
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Did You Know?
. . . the OverDrive app is no more?
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Starting Wed., Feb. 23, OverDrive will remove that app from all app stores and offer its Libby app exclusively for your library ebooks and digital audiobooks. |
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Libby offers many unique features to delight every reader, including a unified bookshelf for all loans and holds, tags to track wish lists and favorite reads, push notifications, audiobook compatibility with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, direct in-app support, and much more. |
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Please note that users who previously installed the OverDrive app (mobile or desktop) will still be able to use it without disruption. |
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New Hours
Monday - Thursday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Closed Friday & Sunday
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