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
Happy Holidays to all.
We will be closed Saturday, December 24th thru Monday, December 26 and again Saturday, December 31 - Monday, January 2nd.
Vacation Week
We will be open Tuesday & Wednesday 10 - 7 and Thursday & Friday 10 - 5.
Esmeralda the Flying Pig will again be visiting the library. See if you can find her in the Children's Room.
Family Legos on Tuesday, December 27 at 4:00 PM. Bring your great ideas, we'll provide the Legos and Duplos. All ages welcome. Drop in.
Teen Painting Party on Wednesday from 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Winter theme painting for teens Grades 7+. All materials provided. Register here.
Giant Games for everyone Come join in some fun oversized activities for all ages.

NEW STORY WALK BOOK!
Ever wonder what might be under the snow? This book will give you some hints. "Over and Under the Snow" by Kate Messner is our newest Story Walk Book and will be up all winter. Miss Kate once saw a squirrel go under the snow and pop up farther away. What was it doing under there? Read this book and then go discover what might be over or under that blanket of snow in your yard (once we get some snow)

By the way, did you know you can borrow Snowshoes from the library? We have several sizes so the whole family can join in! Check them out here.


IN THE TEEN ROOM
Teen Painting Party
Wednesday, December 28th, 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Holiday/Winter Theme painting party for teens. All materials provided. Expert artists will lead us through video as we make our masterpieces. Many paintings to choose from - see the Painting to Gogh Website

Light Snacks will be served, as well.
Free program, Grades 7+
Space is limited, register here.

Sponsored by the Friends of the West Newbury Library

YA Author Program: Maureen Johnson (Nine Liars) in Conversation with Jennifer Lynn Barnes (The Final Gambit)
Wednesday, January 4th 7:00—8:00 PM
Please note this is a virtual program for all ages, that will take place via Zoom. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email. Register directly on Zoom HERE.

Hosted by the Tewksbury Public Library. Please note this program is open to both adults and teens. This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 24 hours of the program.
Children's Room

Music with Mrs. K
Mondays 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. Infants to age 8.
Please click on our calendar to sign up for each class.

Family Storytimes
Resuming 2nd week in January
Tuesdays at 10:00
Wednesdays & Fridays at 10:30
Join Miss Kate for fun stories, songs, activities and more. Ages infant & up. Drop in.

Reading with Lulu 
Tuesdays, 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.
Winter Yoga for Calm and Stability
Wednesdays beginning January 4th at Old Town Hall across street from library

This seven week series is perfect for beginners 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.
 
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 7 classes.

1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8 & 2/15 at Old Town Hall (491 Main Street, across from the library)


Who Done It? Mystery Book Group
Thursday, January 12th at Noon

Love mysteries? Join this lively group at the library to discuss this month's selection, The Cornwalls Vanish by James Patterson & Brendan DuBois. All are welcome.

Take note - Updates from your library

Library Card Renewals
You may receive notice that your library card is expiring and needs renewing. This is so we can keep your information up to date. Cards will renew for three years. Call or stop in if you get this notice.

Reminder: Do you use Overdrive or Libby?
To improve security and patron privacy, beginning on January 4, 2023, patrons will be prompted to enter their library account PIN along with a library card number when signing into Overdrive or Libby. Please contact the library if you are not sure of your PIN.
Friends Holiday Gift Basket Fundraiser

Congratulations to our winners.
Anna Mollow - West Newbury Basket
Collin Courtney - Lego Basket
Sue Leverone - Holiday Cheer Basket. Over $700 was raised. Funds raised will support activities, crafts, programs and museum passes. Thank you for your generosity.