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Adult Virtual Programs
Virtual Book Clubs and programs. Click on the link to register and the program info will be in your confirmation email - check your spam folder if you don't see it in your inbox.
Thursday, July 1 @ 7:00 PM
Bill Gette will take us on a virtual adventure through Kenya. In Kenya's richly diverse habitats, see the many animals he documented, from colorful birds to cats of all sizes.

Friday, July 2nd @ 10:00 AM
Looking for summer dessert ideas? Chef Trisha Pérez Kennealy will teach us how to make some pies.

Wednesday, July 7 @ 1:00 PM
Shelley Henderson and Ashley Rooney will talk about maintaining the beautiful parks and traffic islands seen around town.

Monday, July 12 @ 7:00 PM
View and critique the outdoor photography you have been doing with Dave Ewing.

Wednesday, July 14 @ 1:00 PM
Annuals provide all-summer color, but perennial plants return, being a practical investment and timesaver for any gardener. Avid plant collector Terry Hale and Ashley Rooney will show us proven perennials that can be the mainstay of your garden.

Thursday, July 15 @ 7:00 PM
Pond life includes a wide variety of aquatic animals and plants including turtles, frogs, and snakes, as well as wading and diving birds. Join Mass Audubon Habitat and find out more about what's below, and above, the pond surface.

Friday, July 16 @ 10:00 AM
Join us for our next sewing circle where Anna Rose Keefe teaches us how to take care of and mend our clothing. All skill levels are welcome.
Saturday, July 17 @ 10:00 AM
We are delighted to be resuming our in-person outdoor gatherings of the Nature Photography program! On the third Saturday of the month, David Ewing will meet participants at a pre-determined location to explore and take photographs. All you need to bring is your camera or device and David will guide you through the rest. Events will take place rain or shine so come prepared for the weather! (If severe weather is predicted, we will notify those who registered if we decide to postpone an event.)

Saturday, July 17 @ 1:00 PM
这是LEXCSEA(列克星敦中文高级英语学院)。我们是列克星敦高中学的一个俱乐部,为了教中国老年人英文。 我们希望能帮助打破语言的障碍,因为这在当今困难时期尤其重要。请参加我们的Zoom课!
This is LEXCSEA (Lexington Chinese Senior English Academy). We are a club at Lexington High School that teaches English to Chinese senior citizens. Our hope is to help break down the language barrier which is especially crucial in these tough times. Come to our monthly zoom lessons to learn more!

Monday, July 19 @ 7:00 PM
This month, we will discuss Pale Horse, Pale Rider by Katherine Anne Porter.

Wednesday, July 21 @ 1:00 PM
Peter Lund and Ashley Rooney will recommend walls and fences for adorning your outdoor space, in a different spin of our gardening series.

Monday, July 26 @ 7:00 PM
This month, we will discuss The Pigeon Tunnel by John Le Carré.

Friday, July 28 @ 1:00 PM
While we can sometimes grow them, we don't always know how to arrange them. Floral designer Meade Fasciano with Ashley Rooney will show us how to arrange flowers from our gardens (or the store) to enhance their natural beauty.

Check out our new July flyer! And, as always, check our program calendar for any updates.
Regular Programs:
Wednesdays @ 6:30pm
Wednesdays @ 6:45pm
News from the Friends
Friends of Cary Library
The Friends of the Library Seek a Board Marketing/Communications Committee Chair
The Friends of Cary Memorial Library is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization open to all who value the ongoing service to and support of Cary Memorial Library. The Friends are managed by an enthusiastic and engaged Board of Directors, which currently seeks a Board-level Marketing/Communications Committee chair to serve a two-year term.

Oversight role includes: annual marketing/communications planning and budget, materials development, placement of news releases and social media announcements. No prior board experience is required.

Want to join an active Organization and Board with a vibrant mission and
purpose? The Board meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 9AM, September through May, virtually or at Cary Library. Recent agenda and board meeting minutes are available, upon request.

Ready to learn more? Email friends@carylibrary.org for more information.
Day of Book Donations a Success!
The Friends of Cary Library had a wonderful team of 12 volunteers along with community and library support on June 14th. The 2 hours went so smoothly with a steady stream of cars. Lots of adult, YA and children’s books with over 2,000 books donated! Some pictures from the day are featured below. Regular donations are now welcome during library hours.
Program Videos
You can view all of our recorded programs on our YouTube Channel
What's Next?
Our New Digital Recommendation Form
One of the best parts of being a librarian is helping someone find their next great read.

To enable us to provide these kinds of recommendations, we’ve launched What’s Next?, a virtual readers’ advisory service!

Just fill out this form letting us know what you’ve liked and disliked in the past, and we’ll provide a few suggestions for you to try next.
Library Digital Resources
Available 24/7
Some how to videos on using our online resources, all you need is a Lexington library card!
Online Books and Audiobooks
Still want more digital content? 

Get a Boston Public Library eCard for access to BPL's extensive list of downloadable content (including eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, downloadable music and movies) as well as their online databases. Anyone who lives, works, attends school, or owns property in Massachusetts is eligible. One of the worst best kept secrets in the state!
Streaming TV shows and Movies
Newspapers

Lexington residents now have digital access to breaking news and analysis on politics, business, world national news, entertainment, and more from The Washington Post.

Simply create a free account for The Washington Post.
Full text access to the current editions of the Boston Globe.

The Boston Globe (1872-1960) offers full page and article images with searchable full text back to the first issue.

Enjoy free access to NYTimes.com. For both in-library and home access, create an account and log in using that account.

Coverage includes 1981 to Current, plus historic coverage 1851-1922. Home Access includes NY Times App and 5 Premium Archive (1923-1980) articles.
Check out all of our online resources!
For Adults
For Kids and Teens
Questions?
Contact the Programming Department
at caryprograms@minlib.net or (781) 862-6288 x84450