News, Information, and Fun Things to Do
from the
Middleborough Public Library
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February 10, 2021
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TONIGHT! Tim Weisberg Presents
"Presidential Paranormal" on Zoom
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Paranormal guru Tim Weisberg will present "Presidential Paranormal" live on Zoom tonight, Wed., Feb. 10 at 7:00 p.m.
You'll learn about the supernatural side of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, as well as those who have occupied it—including the ones that never left. From séances in the Crimson Room with Mary Todd Lincoln to secret alien exchange programs under Dwight Eisenhower, there's no shortage of weird when it comes to the White House. Appropriate for all ages.
Weisberg is the host and co-creator of Spooky Southcoast, one of the world’s longest-running radio programs on the topic of the paranormal.
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Save the Date for Eleanor Roosevelt! |
Mark your calendars for the return of Eleanor Roosevelt on Wed., March 3 at 6:30 p.m.
We'll be on Zoom for a delightful presentation from Carol Cohen as she presents, "Life Lessons from Eleanor."
Look for complete details in the February 24 issue of this newsletter.
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Last Chance to Sign Up for Teen Rocket League Tournament!
Teens ages 11-18 are invited to join our first-ever, cross-platform Rocket League Tournament this Thurs., Feb. 11 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. hosted by One Up Games! Test your skills and prove you're the best against other teens in several 2v2 elimination rounds.
Play on any console from home ( PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC) and meet new people. Players must have: 1.) their own gaming platform 2.) online connection 3.) copy of the game-- download Rocket League for free.
Players can chat with other players or the coordinators using Discord (free group-chat platform) or communicate with coordinators using a Twitch account (free). Please note that Discord and Twitch are for ages 13+ and any participants 11 and 12 must have parental permission to register. One Up Games will monitor and supervise the One Up Games Twitch Channel and Discord Server during this event.
One Up Games will run a live broadcast of the tournament, complete with professional commentary. Please call the Library at 508/946-2470 or email Chris Dargelis to sign up with a teammate. Attendees will be sent the Tournament Password 24 hours prior to the event.
This program is funded by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library.
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Get Ready for February Vacation Week Fun! |
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Want to Be Like Harry Potter? Sign Up for Virtual Wizard School |
Kids 8-12 years old can enroll in a “virtual” school of STEAM-inspired wizardry during February School Vacation Week.
Pupils will discover electric circuits through the building of a light-up wand, attend potions class focusing on kitchen chemistry, craft a monster notebook and learn a spell for levitation involving static electricity.
Distance learning kits will allow participants to complete activities at home with all the supplies they would need.
Class will meet on Zoom Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 10:30 a.m. during School Vacation week, Feb. 16-18. Since this program is grant-funded, participants must be able to attend all three days.
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Space is very limited. Please call the Library at 508/946-2470 to sign up. Kits will need to be picked up from the library by Sat., Feb. 13. |
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Movie-Popcorn Bundles
Take a look at our Movie List and choose a numbered bundle. Call the Library to reserve a bundle that includes three movies, a bag of microwave popcorn, and themed activity sheets.
This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library.
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This program is made possible through the CARES Act funding to Federal Institute of Museum and Library Services as administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. |
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Family Book BINGO on Zoom
Join Miss Amanda on Tues., Feb. 16 at 6:30 p.m. for a Family BINGO night on Zoom! Pick up a BINGO card from the Library or have one emailed to you for use during the event. We will have music playing and lots of chances to win prizes.
To sign up for this event, call the Library at 508/946-2470 or email Amanda Meyer.
This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library.
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Let's Move Afternoon "Fit Quest" on Zoom |
Join Miss Amanda for a season-long celebration of healthy living with "Let's Move in Libraries." This week, we're bringing you a "Fit Quest."
Do you have what it takes to join the ranks of the royal guard? Join Miss Amanda on Thurs., Feb. 18 at 1:00 p.m. for interactive stories, fitness challenges and other activities promoting a healthy lifestyle. Master coordination and balance if you wish to be among the few chosen to join the Queen.
This program will take place on Zoom and is best suited for ages 5-9. Registration is required. Please call the library at 508/946-2470 to register.
Don't forget to mark off your Let's Move BINGO sheet for a chance to win the grand prize: a Hydroflask water bottle. Need a BINGO card to get started? Stop by the Library to pick one up or click here.
BINGO cards need to be returned by Mon., March 1 to be entered into the prize drawing.
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Time for STEAM Storytimes |
Join Miss Amanda for a story and a STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) related activity that you can replicate at home. Missed it? These posts will stay up for a while, so you can always find it on the Library's Facebook page.
Tues., Feb. 16: Miss Amanda will be reading Bear Snores On by Karma Wilson and learn how to make some Winter Nature Art.
Tues., Feb. 23: Hear the story Snow Friends by Margery Cuyler and learn about snow science activities you can do at home.
This program is supported by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library.
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Miss Lori's Fun Puzzle Challenges
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Fri., Feb. 19: February means all things heart-related. Check out our heart-filled fun page and find your way out of a heart maze and try this "How the Body Works" Word Find.
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Yoga Storytime on Zoom
Join Miss Amanda on Sat.,Feb. 20 at 10:30 a.m. for some Saturday morning stretching and move your body with Yoga Storytime.
The books are geared towards kids age 3-8 and siblings are always welcome. Grown ups are welcome to participate as well. Call the Library at 508/946-2470 to register.
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Book and Cook
Miss Amanda's combining two of our favorite things--books and food--on Tues., Feb. 23 at 6:00 p.m. for a Book and Cook Zoom event for families. Gather together to hear a story and then cook up a related recipe for an evening of delicious fun!
Families that register will need to pick up a kit of ingredients prior to this program. Space is limited. Please call the Library at 508/946-2470 to register.
This program is supported by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library.
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First-Time Libby User? Here's Where to Find all the Answers to Your Questions |
If you know what Libby is (and thinking it's our reference librarian Libby Fox doesn't count) and you'd like to know how to read or listen to digital books, but don't know how to get started, you've come to the right place.
This Q and A from the folks at OverDrive explains everything from how to log in, how to search for books from all libraries across the state, and how to get books onto your Kindle, iphone or tablet.
There are currently nearly 60,000 titles available just in the SAILS collection alone, and you have access to all eight networks in Massachusetts because we share. Want to see something cool? Check out this running tab of the OverDrive books currently out on loan and on hold for the entire SAILS network. |
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Crafting Kits for Teens Available February 11 |
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If you're looking for something to do this February vacation week and beyond, reserve a free crafting kit beginning Thurs., Feb. 11! The Library is offering two different kits, one for creating dragon eye magnets, and one for cracked marble necklaces. All the materials needed to make these eye-catching items are included in the kit, although some basic items will be needed from home (oven, ice, bucket).
Kits are recommended for ages 11-18. Supervision may be needed for younger teens. Please note the cracked marble necklace craft requires the use of an oven which is at the discretion of a parent or guardian.
Supplies are limited. Call the Library at 508/946-2470 to reserve a kit; one of each kit per person.
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This program is made possible through the CARES Act funding to Federal Institute of Museum and Library Services as administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. |
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Our Winter Reading Challenge Continues |
Children from birth to Grade 6 are encouraged to cozy up with a good book for our Winter Reading Challenge, running through mid-March.
Read 12 hours to complete the challenge and earn virtual tickets for a grand prize drawing to win a $25 Amazon gift card, $25 Target gift card or a bag of surprises from the Library. Complete Activity Badges for more chances to win.
New to this season's challenge is the chance to unlock even more activities as you complete badges. For families looking for some off-screen time, this program also can be done offline using paper handouts available for download or at the Library.
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2020 Federal and State Tax Forms Now Here |
We have copies of the 2020 federal forms and instruction booklets, including the 1040 and the 1040-SR.
We also have the Massachusetts booklet which includes both the forms and the instructions.
You also can print out your own federal forms at irs.gov, and go to mass.gov for state Department of Revenue forms.
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News About Our Marvelous
Museum Passes
Gov. Charlie Baker announced at the end of January that museums in Boston and several surrounding cities that had been closed due to the number of COVID cases in the state are now able to re-open.
Knowing things could change with a moment's notice, we still suggest you head to each organization's website for the latest news before reserving a pass through the Library.
As of today, these organizations have re-opened: the New England Aquarium, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and the Museum of Fine Arts.
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Book Bundles for Kids
The Children's Room offers book bundles for kids. If you want to borrow books about a certain subject and don't have specific titles in mind, our librarians will select them for you. Fill out the "book bundles" form, and we'll be in touch to work out all the details.
You've got options! You can either visit us to pick up your bundle at the Main Desk or, if you prefer, request curbside pickup by scheduling a time at your convenience. Just remember to bring your library card!
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"Library To Go" Bundles For Adults
Use this "menu" to try our "Library to Go" program. You can request a book bundle consisting of three books and one DVD chosen from the adult collection based on your order. Choose from among themed bundles such as "Best Sellers," History Makers" (biography/memoir), or "You Can't Make This Stuff Up' (nonfiction).
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Curbside Pickup Reminders
Schedule your own Curbside Pickup appointment using your SAILS library card number and PIN. Start at our Curbside Pickup Portal, log in, and choose an available date and time to pick up items you have waiting for you at the Library.
Once booked, you may change your appointment if needed, and can even check in with us when you've arrived at your scheduled time.
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Click here to read our full curbside pickup guidelines.
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Please note: appointments must be scheduled at least an hour in advance of your desired pickup time to give staff adequate time to prepare your materials. |
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COVID-19 Critical Content |
We know you've got lots of sites where you can go to get information on the Coronavirus pandemic, so each newsletter, we'll provide links to a few trusted and respected sources. |
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Everyone in Phase 1 and individuals ages 75+ can now get the COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine supply, however, is severely limited. Below you'll find tools to help determine when you are eligible, how to find a vaccination location, and how to prepare for your appointment.
Step 1: Find out if you are eligible to get a vaccine now. Answer a few questions to find your phase and when you can get the vaccine.
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