Welcome to The G.A.R. Memorial Library's newsletter!
We're excited to be able to keep you informed and hope you'll be able to use these newsletters to get even more enjoyment out of your local library. Please use the links at the right to get more information from our website, which is updated regularly.
Sincerely,
The Staff of the
G.A.R. Memorial Library
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SAVE THE DATE!
Friends Book Sale
Wednesday, Oct. 26 from 5:00-8:00 pm - West Newbury night for residents
Thursday, Oct. 27 from 10:00 - 6:00
Friday, Oct. 28 from 10:00 - 6:00
Saturday, Oct 29 from 9:00 - 12:00 - Fill a bag for $5.00.
Old Town Hall Bldg. 491 Main Street - across from the library.
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Family Fun Night Gift Basket
Watch for and make sure to enter to win this giant prize, filled with games, puzzles, crafts and snacks for everyone in the family. Drawing will be held at the end of the book sale.
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Love the activities at the library? Thank the Friends of the Library! This is the Friends biggest fundraiser and the need your help! Come out and support your library for more programs and museum passes.
Thank You!
Looking for Volunteers for the Book Sale! If you would like to volunteer, Click Here, or contact the Library at 978-363-1105 or email friendsofthegar@gmail.com. Alert Teens! Great for Community Service hours.
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Autumn Yoga for Calm and Stability with Sharon Gordon
Thursdays beginning October 6th - 4 weeks left - Drop In!
This six week series is perfect for beginners all the way to the more experienced practitioner. We will focus on slow, mindful movement to create a sense of calm and stability in the body and mind. Click on our calendar to read more about Sharon.
Please bring a mat, beach towel and two yoga blocks. $5/per class paid directly to Sharon Gordon by cash or check. Drop-in, take one, some or all 6 classes.
10/20, 11/3, 11/10 & 11/17 at Old Town Hall (491 Main Street, across from the library)
Please note: No yoga on October 27!
Sponsored by the Friends of the West Newbury Library.
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Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day: Water Protection Rights and Spirituality
Tuesday, October 18th at 6:30 PM
Join us as we honor Indigenous Peoples Day with a special program that will open with traditional Danza and prayer, and will be followed by a panel discussion on Water Protection Rights. The participants will be Hiawatha Brown (Narragansett Elder), Liz Santana-Kiser (Nipmuc Elder), Kasike Jorge Estevez (Taino) and Robert Quesada (Mexika/Aztec).
This event is hosted by the Ashland Public Library in partnership with other local area libraries.
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Did you know your library card gives you digital access to The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post & many more newspapers?
Look for US Newsstream on the Databases & Local History Page on our website. Enjoy current full text articles and extensive backfiles from top U.S. newspapers around the country.
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Music with Mrs. K
Mondays, October 17 & 24 from 4:30-5:15 PM
Join Mrs. K (Katrina Mancini) from Family Community Connection for a fun interactive music class.
We'll sing songs, play instruments, dance with scarves and more. Meant for children - infants to age 8.
Class will be held outside behind the children's room (weather permitting). Bring a blanket to sit on. Please click on our calendar to sign up for each class.
Family Storytimes - Now on Fridays too!
Tuesdays 10:00
Wednesdays at 10:30
and Fridays at 10:30
Come join Miss Kate for a fun storytime. Let's have fun listening to
stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing a game. You can pick up a craft kit at the library and enjoy creating something at home.
Storytimes will be held out back on the Library lawn, weather permitting.
Reading with Lulu
Tuesdays, October 18 & 25
4:00-5:00 PM
Come and read to Lulu, our lovable therapy dog.
Lulu is certified through the Pets and People Foundation and she is a wonderful listener.
Contact the library to sign up for your 15 minute spot.
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MORE CHILDREN'S CONT'D
Beginning Book Busters
Wednesday, October 19
4:00-4:30 PM
Join Miss Kate and have fun reading a book, telling jokes & riddles & creating something to take home. Just come to the Library - the book & craft will be waiting for you. Grades Kindergarten and Grade 1. Space limited. Please sign up Let's read "In a Dark, Dark Room & Other Scary Stories" by Alvin Schwartz.
Family Legos
Wednesday, October 26 4:00-5:00 pm
Let's have fun with Legos. Join Miss Kate and create a wonderful Lego scene. We provide the Legos and you bring your imagination. We display it in the Library for the next month. Families welcome. Please drop in.
TEENS AND TWEENS
Middle/High School Drop-in Homework Help with Teen Librarian, Kelly Scott
Mondays from 3- 5 PM, Tuesdays after Monday holiday
Help with organization and time management, support for all 5 core classes, research projects, tips on decreasing stress and anxiety, college and career readiness.
Have a group project? Meet at the Library! No registration needed. Drop-in 3-5 pm. Nut-free Snacks available.
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What's Happening?
Are you an artist? Would you like to exhibit here at the library?
We're looking for artists who would like to exhibit and share their talent with the community. Photos, artwork, fiber crafts, other hobbies . . . come talk with us. Exhibit are usually on display for a month. Contact Corinn by email at cflaherty@westnewburyibrary.org or by phone at 978-363-1105.
Who Done It? Mystery Book Group
Thursday, November 10th at Noon
Going On Around Town
General Election 2022 Early Voting
October 22, 2022- November 3, 2022
Early Voting for the November 8, 2022 General Election will be held in the Clerk's Office, 381 Main Street - Town Offices Building, beginning Saturday, October 22, 2022 9am-1pm. A detailed list of times, and additional locations to early vote (including the library and at the book sale), can also be found through the following link:
33rd Annual Apple Harvest Run - Fundraiser for the John C. Page Elementary School
Sunday October 23, 2022
The Apple Harvest Run -- mark your calendars for one of the best autumn races in the region! The race includes a 5-mile & 5K and a children’s 1-mile fun run and is a great way to stay in touch with your running community and give back to the John C. Page Elementary School! PLUS - race day is fun for the whole family! Join us for music, crafts, bouncy house fun and MORE at the finish line! For more info and to register for the race visit: http://www.appleharvestrun.org/
West Newbury Garden Club - How to Bring a Japanese Inspired Garden Flair to your Home Garden
Thursday, November 3, 6:45 p.m.
381 Main Street, West Newbury, MA
Christie Dustman, owner of Christie Dustman & Company, will share her knowledge of how elements of Japanese gardens can translate into our NE gardens. Visit their website : wngc.org
Thank you for reading. We welcome your comments and suggestions!
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