News, Information, and Fun Things to Do
from the
Middleborough Public Library
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May 5, 2021
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Sneak Peek at Summer Reading!
What?! you may be thinking, Summer Reading already? But it's only six weeks away and we've been busy planning already for months. We thought we'd share a sneak peek with you of the theme for this year, "Tails and Tales." You can see artwork for all three age groups below. Watch the newsletter in the coming weeks for more details.
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Learn About Great New Libby App Features in Under 10 Minutes |
Ardent fans of the Libby App will want to click here to see a brief video on a variety of improvements to the popular app for ebooks and digital audiobooks.
It will take less than 10 minutes to watch, and reviews design updates to the app, how to sync your wish lists between the app and OverDrive sites, and tagging enhancements.
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Car Seat and Biking Safety Programs From AAA on Zoom |
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Choosing and Installing Car Seats
On Tues., May 11 at 6:30 pm., AAA presents "Choosing and Installing Car Seats and Vehicle Safety for Children" on Zoom.
Whether you're a parent, grandparent or caregiver, there's much to know about the variety of child safety seats on the market, which models will meet the needs of your child, and how to properly install and use a seat in the specific vehicle you drive.
This 45-minute presentation will cover the critical information you need to know about choosing child safety seats, when it’s time to transition, and how to install car seats properly. There will be plenty of time for questions.
Please call the Library at 508/946-2470 or email Miss Amanda to register and obtain the Zoom log-in information.
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Spring Bike Safety for Kids
With the weather improving and everyone spending more time outdoors, it's a great time for a refresher on bike safety.
Join us on Tues., May 18 at 6:30 p.m. for a Zoom presentation for children and families that stresses the importance of wearing a helmet, staying visible, using hand signals, and finding safe places to ride and walk. It also will teach you about the laws and rules of the road.
This program will last 30-45 minutes.
Please call the library at 508/946-2470 or email Miss Amanda to register and obtain the Zoom log-in.
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Last Tiny Tots of the Season Today
and Next Wednesday
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Tiny Tots on Zoom finishes up for the spring today and next Wed., May 12 at 9:30 a.m. Join Miss Amanda for stories, rhymes, songs and early literacy activities. Best for babies, toddlers and preschool ages.
Come to one or both sessions, but you must register for at least one to acquire the link. Participants will be muted during the story time portion. Silly, sleepy, and hungry kids are welcome.
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Miss Lori's Fun Puzzle Challenges
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Spring Reading Challenge Ends May 14 |
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Our Spring Reading Challenge finishes up Fri., May 14, and kids who complete eight hours of reading will earn virtual tickets for one of three grand prizes.
Thanks to the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library for generously sponsoring this program.
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SUMMER BONUS!
Complete the eight hours of reading and earn 10 virtual tickets for the Summer Reading program with even larger prizes!
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Gratitude to All Who Made May Day Flowers |
Thanks to nearly 40 of our wonderful patrons, we were able to brighten the day of 150 seniors by making May Day baskets for the Council on Aging's Meals on Wheels program.
Our patrons picked up kits with all the supplies necessary to make beautiful hand-crafted flowers.
Our appreciation also goes to the Friends of the Middleboro Public Library whose funding made this program possible.
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Oak Point Donates 16 Books to Children's Collection |
Claire Klein and Gail Wershing of Oak Point's Book Club presented the Library with 16 new children's books in April. This is the sixth year of their book drive and we're so appreciative of their generosity and continued support of the Library.
Be sure to stop in and see what's new on our shelves!
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YA Reads for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! To celebrate here are nine teen titles that explore the history, culture, and traditions of Asian American and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Read more by and about Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders with our Asian Pacific American Heritage Book List for teens.
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A powerful and moving teen graphic novel memoir about immigration, belonging, and how arts can save a life. Gr. 7
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A teenager is pulled back in time to witness her grandmother's experiences in World War II-era Japanese internment camps. Gr. 6+
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High school senior Frank Li takes a risk to go after a girl his parents would never approve of, but his plans will leave him wondering if he ever really understood love--or himself--at all. Gr. 9+
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A nuanced celebration of body positivity by the author of the Mindy Kim series follows the experiences of a plus-sized teen girl who shatters expectations on a televised competition to become the next big K-pop star. Gr. 7+
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After her conservative Muslim parents catch her kissing her girlfriend Ariana, Rukhsana Ali finds herself whisked off to Bangladesh and must find the courage to fight for the right to choose her own path. Gr. 9+
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A teen from a privileged Asian family navigates culture shock, unexpected freedom, and a new relationship while attending school in California and renting a room from the family of an Ivy League hopeful whose debate coach has undermined her plans. Gr.9+
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When 17-year-old Jay Reguero learns his Filipino cousin and former best friend, Jun, was murdered as part of President Duterte's war on drugs, he flies to the Philippines to learn more.
Gr. 10+
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This close look at the history of racism in America follows the treacherous path that led one of our nation's most beloved presidents to place 100,000 American citizens in internment camps and ties it together with Japan's own struggles with racism and xenophobia, which led to the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Gr. 7+
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Sixteen-year-old Maya's arranged marriage turns out much better than she expected, but her husband's magic--and her curiosity--may threaten more than her life. Gr. 9+
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3D Tree Blossoms Painting Kit for Teens |
Create this amazingly cool 3D painting using a hot glue gun, shoe polish, and paint. It makes a perfect spring craft or Mother's Day gift. Reserve a kit starting Wed., May 5.
Each kit contains all the materials you'll need to make a 3D painting on a 5x7 canvas. Younger youth may need assistance with the glue gun.
For youth ages 11-18. One kit per person, please. To reserve yours, please call the Library at 508/946-2470.
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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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Book News From Around the Country |
It's a problem anyone who loves books struggles with -- there are SO many good books to read, and so many good places to read about books and authors. How do you know where to start?
To help in this never-ending dilemma, we periodically introduce you to sites we've come across that we love. This week, we introduce Jungle Red Writers. The site describes itself as a place where, "7 smart and sassy crime fiction writers dish on writing and life. It's The View. With bodies." Some of your favorite mystery authors like Hank Phillippi Ryan, Rhys Bowen, and Deborah Crombie write about everything from doing their laundry during the pandemic to recipes they love. But it's their conversations about books and writing that we really love.
Here are a few to get you started:
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A conversation between Rhys Bowen and Hallie Ephron about Bowen's newest book, The Venice Sketchbook, released last month.
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For cozy mystery fans, check out this guest post by author Jeanette de Beauvoir on why we need cozies now more than ever.
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Musical Moment of the Week
For more than a year now, we've presented many different kinds of articles to entertain you virtually through this newsletter. With vaccine distribution skyrocketing and hopeful signs that parts of our lives may be returning to pre-pandemic activity, we're saying goodbye to some of our features. As more bricks-and-mortar places open up, the virtual long-distance musical collaborations are trickling to an end.
We wanted to present one more performance before saying goodbye to the Musical Moment of the Week. Today, we present the String Orchestra of the Baltimore Symphony Youth Orchestra as they play an arrangement of Bizet’s Farandole. These 40 string players, ranging from grades three to seven, came together from their homes to create this virtual performance.
Click on the red button below for an unforgettable musical experience by these talented young musicians.
Be sure to look for two appearances by the conductor's adorable pup, Banjo.
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News About Our Marvelous Museum Passes
Many museums and organizations in Boston and southeastern New England are open again. Many will only accept a library pass if you already have a timed reservation.
As of today, these organizations are open and accepting Library passes: Buttonwood Zoo, the New England Aquarium, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Mass Parks, the Museum of Fine Arts, Zoo New England, and the Patriots Hall of Fame (Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only).
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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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After a lengthy safety review, the CDC has given the green light for the Johnson & Johnson vaccine to be distributed again, providing a third type of COVID-19 vaccine to be used in the fight against the virus. They've prepared a fact sheet about the J&J shot for recipients and caregivers.
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As of March 22, the requirement for all visitors entering Massachusetts, including returning residents, to quarantine for 10 days upon their arrival was downgraded to an "advisory." With so many of us itching to get back to travel again, many questions remain. Look here for a Q&A from the Commonwealth that addresses many of these grey areas.
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