Lunenburg Public Library
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The Library will be closed on February 20th |
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FRIENDS OF LUNENBURG LIBRARY
Do you want to help support the library? Do you have skills to share with the community but don't know where to apply them? The Friends of the LPL contribute more than $10,000 to the library's operations each year, and the executive board of the Friends needs your help to continue its work. A number of opportunities to help are available. If you are a member of the Friends, you are welcome and encouraged to attend one or more of our monthly meetings. Our next meeting will be March 6, 2023 at 6:30pm at the library.
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LOCAL BOOK CLUBS
Love reading and a good book discussion? Click here to find book clubs to join in at the library and our local area.
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Creative Bug
Do you want to learn something new in 2023? Or are you looking for something to do during the long winter nights? Your library card gives you access to Creative Bug. A creative space that offers thousands of award-winning arts and crafts video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. Click here to try out a class.
Creative Bug is generously funded by Friends of the Library.
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Adult Mystery Travel Kits:
Sign up for a limited edition Mystery Travel Kit at the Library!
We'll curate a selection of print and audio/visual library materials from the adult collection with printable puzzles, coloring sheets, recipes, and surprise treats just for you. Everything in the kit will be about a mystery country that you can immerse yourself in without even leaving home. Travel the world this winter by signing up for a new kit each month.
A library card is required to register. You will receive an email notification when your kit is ready for pick-up.
We hope you enjoy a chance to experience and learn about a new culture through your local library!
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MASSACHUSETTS READING CHALLENGE
Massachusetts Center for the Book has created a reading challenge for 2023. Choose a book that fits the monthly challenge and enjoy your read. Sign up at massbook.org/readingchallenge
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Register on Beanstack for our latest Winter Reading Challenge: Bingo!
Read or listen to a book that fits the requirements for enough squares to get Bingo on your virtual card. Each square is a challenge badge that also generates tickets you can use to win one of our winter prize bundles.
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The Museum of Russian Icons Presents: "Toys, Trinkets, and Treasure: The Story of the Nesting Doll"
Wednesday, February 1st
6:30—8:00 PM
Laura Garrity-Arquitt from the Museum of Russian Icons in Clinton will visit us to talk about the history of the Russian matryoshka dolls and bring a selection of dolls for visitors to interact with after her lecture!
An iconic shape, vivid colors, and a whimsical face - for over a century, the matryoshka doll has captured the interest and delight of adults and children alike. They are recognized worldwide as the quintessential Russian souvenir and provide a fascinating glimpse into the many facets of Russian culture. From the doll's humble beginnings as a children's toy to a collectible work of art, this program explores the doll's evolution, emphasizing the folktale and storytelling dolls. REGISTRATION ENCOURAGED, BUT NOT REQUIRED
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Common Grounds
Coffee & Acoustic Open Mic
Saturday, February 4th
10:30-Noon
Celebrate local talent with a new Library sponsored acoustic open mic -- with free coffee!
Join us on every first Saturday of the month for coffee and refreshments during our "Common Grounds" acoustic open mic sets. Sign-ups start at 10:00, first set is on at 10:30. Musicians, poets, and other performing artists are encouraged to stop by and sign up for a 10 minute time slot. Some equipment will be provided by the Library, including a small amp and vocal mic, but most acoustic performers should be fine without additional equipment. If time allows, additional time slots may be requested.
If you have any questions about this new monthly program, please call or email Lydia at 978-582-4140 / lgravell@cwmars.org
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"100 Books Bucket List" Club!!
Tuesday, February 7th
11:00 AM - 12 :00PM
For February we are reading square #7: Selected Stories by Alice Munro.
No Registration Required.
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Identifying Fraud and Common Scams
Tuesday, February 7th
6:30—7:30 PM
Zoom
Scammers try new methods to trick you all the time. But if you know the signs to look for, you may avoid becoming a victim. Join us for an interesting presentation and Q&A on how to identify fraud and common scams to protect yourself and your family.
Topics that will be presented include:
- Email and phone scams
- Postal mail scams
- Other current scam trends
- Best practices to protect yourself
This event is open to anyone and is offered by the Literacy Volunteers of the Montachusett Area in cooperation with Mainstreet Bank.
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The (Not So) Young Adult Book Club Sunday, February 12th
11:00 AM - Noon
The (Not So) Young Adult Book Club is for those adults who love reading YA books (you know who you are) but teens are totally welcome to join us too!
At this meeting, we'll be discussing Love Radio by Ebony LaDelle, copies will be available in January to check out at the library. If you're interested in YA books and participating in this book club, please come to the meeting even if you haven't read the book!
The reading selection for March will also be decided during the February book club meeting. We are open to interested readers of all genres of YA! Hope to see you there!
Registration is suggested so we can plan, but not required. *Please note that the main library will not be open during the book club meeting*
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Join us to make your own clay gnome for St. Patrick's Day!
In this limited space workshop you will create some little gnome friends out of clay that are the perfect decoration for the upcoming St. Patrick's Day holiday. We will be using oven-bake clay that you will need to cure at home to finish the project.
We supply all the materials needed to complete the craft, all you need to do is register and attend.
Open to adults 16 +
There is limited space available for this project, so please cancel if you register but cannot attend! Thank you.
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The always popular puzzle swap is coming back this winter!
Starting on Monday February 6th, you can exchange your completed jigsaw puzzles for swap vouchers. Bring your puzzle donations to the front desk and ask for swap voucher tickets in return. Don't lose those tickets because they can be exchanged for new-to-you puzzles on the day of the swap! Stop by anytime during the Library open hours on Saturday, February 18th to shop the selection of donated puzzles. Our past swaps have had over 300 puzzles to pick from!
A great way to get completed puzzles out of your house and try something new for free. Puzzles can range in size and difficulty from toddler wooden block shapes to 2000+ piece complexities. You never know what you could find, but there's something for everyone at the puzzle swap!
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VIRTUAL - Meet the Author: Earnestine Lovell Jenkins
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23
7:00—8:00 PM
Zoom
Join Dr. Earnestine Jenkins for a presentation about her recently published book Black Artists in America, From the Great Depression to Civil Rights. She will share images from her book to narrate a visual journey, that explores the artists, discussing how they expressed and documented the social issues and the black experience in their time.
Dr. Earnestine Lovelle Jenkins is an Art History Professor at the University of Memphis, where her scholarship focuses on the visual cultural history of the African Diaspora. Dr. Jenkins was named among the top five Black women to know in the art world by Forbes magazine (October 2020). She is a scholar of art history and visual studies and a curious researcher who enjoys finding stories that have not been told. Dr. Jenkins has authored and published eight books including Black Artists in America, which explores America’s history through the lens of Black artists, between the 1930s-1950s. The exhibition featured subject content in a way that African Americans view images in which they recognize themselves. For example, the exhibition included many images of Black women and by Black women artists.
In collaboration with Ashland Public Library, Lunenburg Public Library, Needham Public Library, Tewksbury Public Library and Watertown Public Library.
This program is made possible by the generous donors to the Cary Library Foundation.
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Monthly Music Series Presents: An Evening of Celtic Music with Tom O'Carroll
Monday, February 27th
6:30—8:00 PM
We are hosting a night of Celtic music at the Library! Join us for an evening performance by Tom O'Carroll as part of our monthly concert series.
Dublin born folklorist, folk-singer and instrumentalist TOM O'CARROLL brings a wealth of stories, humor, wit and history to his performances. He has played at concerts, festivals, colleges, libraries and pubs all over the U.S. and Canada, as well as his native Ireland, including a stint for one month in Seoul, South Korea. Whether playing a plaintive air on the tin whistle or singing and playing rousing traditional songs to the accompaniment of the guitar or the bodhran (Irish drum), Tom will captivate all with his lively program of Irish culture.
Registration is encouraged to help with room setup, but is not required.
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Stitchcraft
Tuesdays 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Join us on Tuesday afternoons to socialize while we work on knit or crochet projects. This group is open to any skill level. No registration is required. This group is drop in so come by any time.
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NOTES FROM THE CHILDREN'S ROOM |
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For all of February's programs - check out the Children's CALENDAR!
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Little Learners Storytime
Ages 0-4
Mondays 11:00 AM
Preschool Storytime for ages 0-4 has begun! Monday mornings at 11:00 features book sharing, songs, music and movement activities and a craft. No registration needed.
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Pre-K Storytime
Ages 4-5
Wednesdays 10:00 AM
Wednesday mornings at 10:00 we will gather in the StoryCraft Room for book sharing, readiness activities and music and movement. This story time is designed for those kiddos who are anticipating either pre-k or kindergarten next year! No registration needed.
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Book In A Bag
For 1ST And 2ND GRADERS
In the book bag, which is yours to keep by the way, you will find a library copy of this month’s book which will need to be returned, a simple book review form to fill out, activity sheets, a snack, and a surprise item! Sign up here for one of the February bags!
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Popcorn and a Book
FOR 3RD AND 4TH GRADERS
Who needs popcorn and a movie? We have a better idea! Once a month, kids in grades 3 and 4 can register and stop by to pick up a kit that has a book, some microwave popcorn and a few fun activity pages. Then pop your popcorn, spread a blanket on the floor, cozy up in a warm bed or build a reading fort of your own creation as you crack open the book written by a favorite author- or maybe one that you have been meaning to try but haven't yet.
KITS WILL BE AVAILBLE FOR PICK UP STARTING February 6TH. SIGN UP HERE FOR A KIT!
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LPL KIDS BOOK CLUB FOR 3RD- 5TH GRADERS
Tuesday, February 14th
4:00 PM
Like to read? Like to chat with like-minded kids about the books you're reading? Well, have we got a great opportunity for you! Kids in grades 3-5 will meet once a month to discuss some thoughtfully chosen books from a wide variety of genres. We discuss our current read, have a snack, play some games and just chat about what's happening!
For more information and list of this year's titles, access info here.
Registration is on-going- so sign up here today.
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Zumbini with Julie Q
Wednesday, February 8th
12:00—12:45 PM
Join us in the Community Room at LPL for a fun music and movement class called Zumbini. Julie Quirk from Fitchburg's Studio Q will be here to facilitate these classes that will be available for 20 children. Your registration covers the entire 7 weeks of programs. Created by Zumba® and BabyFirst for kids ages 0-4, the Zumbini® program combines music, dance and educational tools for 45 minutes of can't-stop, won't-stop bonding, learning, and fun! Silliness and wacky dance moves are. not required – but highly, highly encouraged. Zumbini is a 45 minute interactive experience for little ones ages 4 months- 4 years old and their caregivers. Register here.
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“Come make a …” January Drop-in Craft
Thursday, February 9th
3:30-5:00 PM
Join us in the Story Craft Room today anytime between 3:30-5:00 to make a Valentine Monster! We have 36 kits available so sign up today to reserve one!
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Family Game Night! for Kids
Thursday, February 9th
6:00—7:00 PM
Come to the library on the 2nd Thursday of every month for Family Game Night! Fun for all ages, we'll put out various board games and card games that you can play with family and friends!
Open to all ages. No registration needed.
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Legos At The Library Club
Tuesday, February 14th
6:00-7:00 PM
Calling all Lego builders- join us in the Story Craft Room at the Library to spend an hour building with our Legos! We will have a Lego challenge for you to do with a variety of random Legos- or you can just build! At the end of the hour, your creation will be put on display here in the library for about a week for everyone to see and admire! Register here!
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Family Crafternoon
Tuesday, February 21st
1:30 or 2:30
Join us during school vacation week to make a new family craft activity for all ages!
Register to make several sharpie tie-dye squares with us this February.
Bring your creativity to experiment with different designs and colors in this easy to do tie-dye family craft program. We'll have several examples available to help guide your tie-dye creations, but you can make whatever you like!
We supply all the materials, you just have the fun!
Recommended for ages 5+ with adult assistance. Registration required.
Register here for one timeslot. Please register each person who will be attending. Registration for this event opens February 1.
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Introduction to Shark Biology
Wednesday, February 22nd
11:00 AM— 12:00 PM
Join us for a very cool shark event presented by staff from the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. This exciting, informative program will give kids a good introduction to basic shark biology- how sharks grow, what they eat, where they live. Participants will construct a life-sized puzzle of a great white shark, discuss how sharks grow from juvenile to adult, examine shark teeth and discuss how feeding and diets change.
This program is suitable for kids ages 6+ . Register here for this event.
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Check the Teen info page to see some great “tween” programs that are happening in February for kids ages 10+ including our newest book club FIRST BITES
for grades 5-8.
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Random Readers that submit a book review will also be entered into a drawing for gift cards generously donated by Smokestack Roasters!
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Teen Craft: Heart Suncatcher
Thursday, February 2nd
4:00—5:00 PM
Teens can join Teen Librarian Susan at the library to
make heart suncatchers! All supplies are included and teens will be able to take their creations home with them. Open to tweens & teens in grades 6-12 (ages 11-18). Register here.
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Tween Craft: Make Your Own Tiny
Tile Mosaic
Friday, February 4th
4:00-5:30 PM
Join us as Tiny Tile Mosaics comes to the library to teach tweens & teens how to make their own trivet using recycled glass tile! A trivet is a square object that can be used to place items on to protect a table or surface, but it can also just be a piece of art to decorate your room! Design ideas will be provided, and Tiny Tile Mosaics will be able to assist, but you can also make whatever design you'd like with the supplies provided.
Each participant will be able to create their own trivet to take home with them!
Space is limited, so register early! Open to tweens & teens in grades 5-8 (ages 10-14).
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NEW BOOK CLUB!!
The (Not So) Young Adult Book Club Sunday, February 12th
11:00 AM - Noon
The (Not So) Young Adult Book Club is for those adults who love reading YA books (you know who you are) but teens are totally welcome to join us too!
At this meeting, we'll be discussing Love Radio by Ebony LaDelle, copies will be available in January to check out at the library. If you're interested in YA books and participating in this book club, please come to the meeting even if you haven't read the book!
The reading selection for March will also be decided during the February book club meeting. We are open to interested readers of all genres of YA! Hope to see you there!
Registration is suggested so we can plan, but not required. *Please note that the main library will not be open during the book club meeting*
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First Bites Book Club
for Grades 5-7
Wednesday, February 15th
4:00-5:00 PM
First Bites is a book club where you don't have to read a book ahead of time to participate! Snacks will be provided.
Join Miss Debbie and Teen Librarian Susan as they read the first chapter out loud of a book that they have picked out! Then everyone can discuss their first impressions of the book and what they think the book is about. If anyone is interested in reading the rest, the library will have plenty of copies on hand that can be checked out afterwards so make sure to bring your library card with you! Each month will be a different book.
This club is open to tweens & teens grades 5-7 (ages 10-13). Please sign up ahead of time so that we can make sure to have enough snacks for everyone! You are more than welcome to come to book club even if you did not sign up in advance as long as we still have space available!
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Teens Craft: DIY Spa Kits
Thursday, February 16th
5:30-7:00 PM
Teens are invited to spend a relaxing evening at the library making their own DIY spa kits that they will be able to take home with them! Teens will have the chance to create self-care items like all natural face wash, toner, and clay face masks. Open to tweens & teens in grades 6-12 (ages 11-18). Space is limited, so register early!
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Video Game Night
Friday, February 17th
6:00-9:00 PM
Come to the Library after hours to play video games! One Up Games will provide a variety of consoles and games - including VR headsets! Open to tweens & teens in grades 6-12 (ages 11-18).
Registration in advance is appreciated. Participants can also register at the door, so if you didn't sign up but still want to drop in, that's ok too!
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Monday - Thursday 10:00 - 8:00
Friday 2:00 - 6:00
Saturday 10:00 - 2:00
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