News, Information, and Fun Things to Do
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Middleborough Public Library
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August 3, 2022
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Summer Reading Wraps Up Soon
We hope you've registered for one of our Summer Reading programs by now but if you haven't had a chance, there's still time. You can access the Beanstack platform at the Library website or through the Beanstack Tracker mobile app (see below). The program runs through Thurs., Aug. 18.
Find out more details about our summer reading programs in this newsletter, on our website, or by calling 508/946-2470, or visiting our Facebook page.
For convenience, download the Beanstack Tracker mobile app to your mobile device so you can easily track your summer reading and activities. Get the app here: for Android or iOS devices.
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Read Beyond the Beaten Path is funded by the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, the Wilfred M. Silvia Library Trust, and the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library. The Beanstack summer reading platform is made possible by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners with funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services and with the assistance of the Massachusetts Library System.
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Summer Reading Activities, Programs and Prizes for Adults |
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There's just a little more than two weeks left to read, write, listen and create in the 2022 Adult Summer Reading Program.
Each completed activity will earn you one chance to win one of six prizes: our grand prize of a $150 gift certificate to the KOA campgrounds in Middleborough, or one of five $25 gift cards to these local eating establishments: Boston Tavern, the Cabin, the Charred Oak Tavern, Fisher's Pub and the Main Ingredient.
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Prizes will be awarded at the end of the program the last week of August. One prize per person, and you must be at least 18 years old to participate. |
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ASRP Featured Activity Badges of the Week |
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This summer we're highlighting three activities each week in the Adult Summer Reading Program to whet your appetite to register, enter to win fun prizes, and learn more about the Library. |
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Get to Know the Digitized Middleboro Gazette
The Library has digitized its collection of Middleboro Gazette newspapers. Learn more about this new offering by finding information from the electronic copies of the papers online both at home and from here in the Library.
See Beanstack or the print copy of the challenge descriptions for full details.
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Glorious Gardens
We don’t care if you’ve got a black thumb, get out there and start planting or tell us about a glorious garden.
Do two of these activities to receive one chance to win a prize:
* If you’re a gardener, tell us about why you love to garden.
* Check out a gardening book or magazine from the Library (print or digital).
* Visit a public garden you’ve never been to before and tell us about your favorite part of your visit.
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Weekly Puzzle Sheets
Nine puzzle sheets are available at the Library. Pick up one or all of them and, when completed, drop them off at the Library or take a photo of the completed puzzle and email it to Reference/Adult Services Librarian Libby Fox. If you can’t make it into the Library, contact Libby and she’ll email you the puzzles.
You’ll earn one chance to win a prize for each set of completed monthly puzzles.
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Postponed: The Bugs That Bug You: Ticks, Mosquitos and Joro Spiders! |
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To earn the "Glorious Garden" badge in the Adult Summer Reading Program (see above), we asked participants to send us pictures of their own gardens or a public garden they've visited. Following are some of their submissions. |
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Kathleen Grab's garden featuring Summer Crooked Yellow Squash. |
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A patron's flowerpot that she changes with the seasons. |
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A relaxing view of Maria Mignosa's garden. |
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Gina Smith's robust tomato plants in her railing planters. |
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Summer at the library means a chance to explore new interests and enjoy reading during the beautiful summer months. Upload a photo, video or story and inspire others with your library success story. The Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners has created a new website where you can tell them about an amazing event you attended, a new skill or hobby you learned, or new people you met. Upload your story here.
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Children's Summer Reading Program
Haven't signed up for Summer Reading? Join today! This program is for kids through grade 6, but those entering 6th grade in the fall can choose to participate in the Teen program instead, if they prefer.
We've collaborated with the Middleborough Public Schools so you can log your school summer reading in our program. Click the link below to get started.
Camp out with a good book and let it take you on an adventure.
Want the chance to win a prize from the Boston Bruins? Help the Middleborough Public Library reach a community goal of logging 300,000 minutes by August 16. All libraries that reach their goals will be entered into a drawing for great Bruins prizes like team-signed jerseys and game pucks!
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StoryWalk® at the Town Pool |
Need to cool off at the Town Pool at 26 Jackson St.? While there, enjoy a StoryWalk® featuring the book Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall. Jabari has finished his swimming lessons and really wants to jump off the diving board. When fear sets in Jabari has to decide how to proceed.
Reserve our pool pass that will allow a party of up to four people into the pool for free on a specific day. Check with the Parks Department for the pool's open hours. As of this posting, open swim is 1:00-4:00 p.m. daily during the week.
This StoryWalk® is made possible with the generous support of the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.
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Toddler Tunes with Ms. Kathy
Ms. Kathy will visit tomorrow, Thurs., Aug. 4 at 10:00 a.m. with music and movement perfect for your toddlers. We'll meet at the park near Pierce Playground. (In the case of inclement weather we'll head indoors to the Library's Large Meeting room. Visit the Library's website or call for location.)
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Final Summer Reading Camp Craft Program
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Our final Camp Craft program of the summer will be on a drop-in basis, offering an assortment of crafts for all ages. Space and supplies are on a first-come, first-served basis, so join us at 10:30 a.m. on Mon., Aug. 15 in the Large Meeting room.
The Camp Crafts series of programs has been generously supported by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library.
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Tiny Tots at the Park
Tiny Tots meets Thurs., Aug. 11 at 10:00 a.m. outdoors at the park near Peirce Playground just down the street from the Library. Social distancing is encouraged. In the case of inclement weather, we'll move indoors to the Library's Large Meeting room. Please bring a blanket or seat when meeting outdoors.
This program is geared toward babies and kids up to three years old, and their caregiver(s). Siblings are always welcome. To sign up for program updates and the inclement weather list, please call the Library at 508/946-2470.
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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 are offered from 3:30-6:00 p.m. on these upcoming Mondays: August 8 and 15.
Call 508/946-2470 or stop by the Library to sign up. Please only sign up for two sessions at first to allow others a chance to participate. You'll meet outdoors (or in the Large Meeting room if the weather is bad). Registration is required.
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Summer Storytime with Ms. Marsha |
Join Ms. Marsha of Self Help Inc.'s CFCE program on Tue., Aug. 16 at 10:30 a.m. as we celebrate summer with stories and songs. We'll listen to some wonderful stories, sing, and dance to songs about summer and make an awesome craft.
This program is for toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers. Space is limited so visit Self Help Inc.'s website to register.
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Kids entering Kindergarten in the fall are invited to participate in this play group organized by Meg Quirke from the Middleborough Public Schools.
The group will meet at Peirce Playground this afternoon, and on Wed., Aug. 17 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. In the case of inclement weather it will be moved indoors to the Library's Large Meeting room.
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Back to School is almost here! Are you in need of a backpack and school supplies? Stop by the Children's Room and ask at the desk. Limited supply for families in need.
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Reminder: Archery 101 Program Tomorrow! |
This program for kids and teens is fully registered so if you have a confirmed spot, please remember to attend tomorrow, Thurs., Aug 4 at 1:00 p.m. at Reedy's Archery.
If you find you can't make it, please call the Library at 508/946-2470 and let us know so we can give your spot to someone on the waiting list.
Thank you to Reedy's Archery for sponsoring this program.
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There's Still Time!
If you haven't signed up for summer reading, it's not too late. You can always estimate the time you've read since June 18 and log it before August 18. Make sure to log at least 4 hours of time to be eligible for the Grand Prize Raffle! We also still have two more weeks of Dairy Queen giveaways.
Funding for this program was made possible by the generosity of the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library and by donations made by Dairy Queen.
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CAN WE BEAT 300,000 MINUTES?
Our Community Reading Goal is for kids, teens, and adults to read 300,000 minutes by August 18. We're getting close. Log your time to help us out!
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Summer Reading Suggestions for Tweens & Teens |
Looking for a good book this summer? Browse through our Summer Reading Lists for suggestions or stop in the Library and ask us.
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It's Marvelous Museum Pass Time |
Located on 100 acres of magnificent grounds and trails in Sandwich, on Cape Cod, Heritage Museums & Gardens features impressive collections of rhododendrons, hydrangeas, and daylilies, and more than 1,000 varieties of trees, shrubs and flowers along beautiful and easily walked paths.
Hidden Hollow, a family-friendly outdoor discovery area, is a place for exploration of the outdoors. Heritage also offers three gallery buildings housing permanent exhibits of world-class automobiles, a working vintage carousel, American folk art, and special exhibitions.
This pass admits up to two adults (18+) and four youths (3-17) for half the regular admission price. There's nothing to pick up at the Library. When you're booking tickets on the Heritage website, enter the Promo Code you'll receive when you make your reservation.
Are you a participant in the Adult Summer Reading Program this year? Earn the "Library Passes Celebrate the Outdoors" badge and one chance for a prize by checking out this pass.
Thanks to the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library for sponsoring the HMG pass.
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Hours
Monday - Thursday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Closed Friday & Sunday
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