News, Information, and Fun Things to Do
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Middleborough Public Library
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November 3, 2021
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TOMORROW! Ted Reinstein Talks About His New Book
We have seats available for tomorrow's presentation by "Chronicle" reporter and author Ted Reinstein who will talk about his new book, Before Brooklyn: The Unsung Heroes Who Helped Break Baseball’s Color Barrier.
The 6:30 p.m. presentation will be followed by a question-and-answer session, and Reinstein will then sell and sign his books.
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Neurologist/Author Andrew Budson to Speak on Alzheimer's Disease and Memory |
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There are seats available for next week's timely and important presentation by neurologist Andrew Budson, MD.
On Wed., Nov. 10 at 6:30 p.m., Dr. Budson will explain how individuals can distinguish changes in memory due to Alzheimer’s versus normal aging; what medications, diets, and exercise regimes can help; and the best habits, strategies, and memory aids to use, in seven simple steps.
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He also will discuss his newest book, Six Steps to Managing Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: A Guide for Families, including how families can manage issues with memory, language, vision, behavior, driving, incontinence, sleep, and more.
The presentation will be followed by a question-and-answer session, and Dr. Budson will then sell and sign his books.
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Dr. Budson is Chief of Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology at the Veterans Affairs Boston Healthcare System, Director of Education at the Boston University Alzheimer’s Disease Center, Professor of Neurology at Boston University School of Medicine, and Lecturer in Neurology at Harvard Medical School.
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Fused Glass Workshops Re-scheduled |
We've had to re-schedule our two Fun Fused Glass Workshops, due to last week's Nor'easter.
Patrons who had already registered for the Oct. 27 programs will receive priority in the rescheduled programs, which will now take place on Thurs., Nov. 18 at 3:00 and 6:15 p.m. Previous registrants will be contacted to see if they'd still like their place on the new day. If you're interested in attending but haven't registered, please contact us (see below) and we'll add you to the list.
Rhode Island artist Deenie Pacik will teach you how to create a pendant for a necklace or magnet with pre-cut glass powder, crushed glass and dichroic (displays two different colors) glass.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Middleborough Cultural Council, a local agency, which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. Additional support was provided by the Friends of the Middleboro Public Library.
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Library Closed Veterans Day |
Please note that the Library will be closed on Thurs., Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. |
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World of Science with Ms. Carol
This month's STEAM program with Ms. Carol of Self Help Inc.'s Coordinated Family and Community Engagement will take place on Mon., Nov. 15 at 10:30 a.m. It's designed for families with children ages 3-5 yrs, and children will participate in activities related to the topic through art, songs, experiments, literacy connections and movement.
CFCE will follow the CDC, State and local Board of Health's COVID guidelines in order to keep everyone safe and healthy. So, please keep in mind that this gathering may be small in numbers, have masks available, and may be held indoors or outdoors, depending on the guidelines.
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Drop In for a Fun Lego Afternoon |
Stop by the Large Meeting Room downstairs at 4:00 p.m. on Tues., Nov. 16 for Lego Afternoon.
Create a Lego masterpiece using the Library's bricks. Space is on a first-come, first-served basis. One table per family or group, and social distancing is encouraged.
This program is generously supported by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library.
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This November we're celebrating all things dinosaur!
Browse and Borrow Dinosaur Books & Movies
View and print our Dinosaur Booklist, or pick up a brochure at the library and check out some great books and movies.
Visit the Library for a Dino Scavenger Hunt
Stop by the Children's Room to participate in a Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt and earn a small prize.
Sign up for a Zoom Family Dinosaur PJ Storytime
Join Ms. Amanda from the comfort of your own home on Zoom for a PJ dino-themed storytime at 6:30 p.m. on Tues., Nov. 16. Enjoy books, songs, Dino yoga, and more! This "prehistoric program" is geared towards kids 5 and under but the entire family is welcome. Call the library at 508/946-2470 to register and receive the Zoom link.
Register for a Dino Dig Craft Kit
Be a paleontologist and use the tools provided to dig for dino fossils.
Sign up for a Dino Dig Craft Kit aimed at ages 3+. Pick up starting Sat., Nov. 20. Supplies are limited so reserve yours today by calling the Library at 508/946-2470 or stopping by the Library to sign up.
Watch Facebook for Dinosaur Antics
Dinovember is generously supported by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library.
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Children's Fall Reading Challenge Under Way
Keep reading year-round and sign up for the Children's Fall Reading Challenge running through Nov. 12.
Use the same log-in as your Summer Reading for the website or free Beanstack app.
Kids have the chance to win one of three great prizes: a $25 Amazon gift card, a $25 Target gift card, or a surprise pack.
Is your child required to read a certain number of minutes each night? That counts!
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Download the Beanstack Tracker mobile app to your mobile device so you can easily track your reading.
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Little Explorers: Nature Stories |
Join Miss Amanda for nature stories and activities appropriate for preschool-aged children ages 2.9-5 and their families at Soule Homestead. Siblings are always welcome.
The last session of this program takes place Mon., Nov. 8 at 10:30 a.m.. It will be held outdoors, under the pavilion if necessary, and will be postponed in the case of any severe weather. Soule Homestead is a working farm so please dress accordingly. The farm is located at 46 Soule St. in Middleborough.
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Tiny Tots at the Park on Wednesdays |
Tiny Tots at the Park is geared towards babies up to 3-year-olds and their caregiver(s). Our two sessions this month will take place this morning and Wed., Nov. 10 at 10:00 a.m.
Join in a story, songs and rhymes that build early literacy skills. This program will meet outdoors at the Park near Pierce Playground just down the street from the Library; social distancing is encouraged. Siblings are always welcome. Please bring a blanket or seat. In the case of inclement weather, Tiny Tots will move indoors with limited capacity and online using Zoom.
To sign up for program updates and the inclement weather list for the Zoom link, please call the Library at 508/946-2470.
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Through this December, Ms. Lori's Facebook Fun Fridays will be in a question & answer format. She'll a post a riddle, math problem, trivia question, library knowledge or book fact.
Email Miss Lori with your name, age and answer to the question and she'll put it in a prize drawing or come into the Library and fill out a Fun Friday Form and drop it in the bucket yourself. A lucky patron's name will be chosen at the end of each month.
Upcoming Fun Friday challenges on Facebook:
November 5 - Book Fact
November 12 - Math Problem
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The Big Library Read: Five Total Strangers
Through November 15
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The Big Library Read is like your local book club "gone global." It connects readers around the world with the same e-book/digital audiobook at the same time without any wait lists or holds.
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New Hours
Monday - Thursday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Closed Friday & Sunday
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