News, Information, and Fun Things to Do
from the
Middleborough Public Library
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December 30, 2020
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Please note our special hours leading up to and during the New Year.
Wed., Dec. 30 -- 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Thurs., Dec. 31 (New Year's Eve) -- 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fri., Jan. 1 -- Closed
Sat., Jan. 2 -- Closed in observance of New Year's Day
Of course, our digital services like Overdrive ebooks and audiobooks and Creativebug are available 24 hours a day/7 days a week.
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Harry Potter's on the Go! |
Now you can bring Harry Potter and the wonderful universe of characters created by J.K. Rowling, like Hermione, Hagrid, and Dumbledore, anywhere you go. The Children's Room recently added all eight of the Harry Potter books to its collection on Playaway.
These portable, go-everywhere all-in-one books just need batteries and a set of earphones to work. You can walk, play, ride in the car or hang out while listening to your favorite Harry potter adventures. Reserve yours through the SAILS catalog today.
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Miss Amanda's Newest Virtual Storytime Room |
Winter fun awaits, so explore this snowy season with Miss Amanda! Families with preschoolers are encouraged to interact with this virtual Storytime Room by clicking, listening, and following the prompts to access great wintery reads and activities.
Click on the image to get started.
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Kids Can Cozy Up with a Good Book for
Our Winter Reading Challenge
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Children from birth to Grade 6 are encouraged to cozy up with a good book for our Winter Reading Challenge, running through mid-March 2021.
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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Miss Lori's Fun Puzzle Challenges
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Fri., Jan. 8: Time to make a big mess! Just kidding, mom and dad, but your kids can have a blast making their own bubble bath and slime at home with these recipes.
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Have you been wondering how ugly a sweater would have to be to win Miss Lori's ugly sweater contest? Well, wonder no longer.
We're pleased to present the winner of our 2020 Ugly Sweater Contest -- Michele Benyue -- and her amazing creation. Congrats Michele! We love the themed glasses and headband. It's those extra touches that make your sweater into a truly spectacular vision.
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News About Our Marvelous
Museum Passes
Two weeks ago, museums in Boston and several surrounding cities were ordered to close again for several weeks because of rising COVID cases.
With this ongoing uncertainty about opening hours, we suggest you head to each organization's website for the latest news before reserving a pass through the Library.
As of today, these organizations are temporarily closed to help slow the spread of COVID: the New England Aquarium, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Boston Children's Museum.
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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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Book Bundles for Kids
The Children's Room also 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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"Book Blurbs" -- What We've Been Reading
Periodically, we bring you a brief Book Blurb from the staff about what we've been reading. This week, recommendations from some of our Children's Room staff, Children's Librarian Amanda Meyer and Head of Technical Services/Children's Assistant Lori Salotto.
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Amanda: I loved Be You! by Peter H. Reynolds (2020). It would be great for any child as a gift, perfect for a family with a new baby, and fitting for graduates. It celebrates how each child is unique, special and wonderful. The illustrations are, of course, beautiful.
You can place a hold for the Overdrive ebook copy here, or for the print copy of the book through your SAILS account.
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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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2.) Help usher in the New Year safely during the pandemic by reveling virtually. The New York Times offers a summary of online global celebrations you can join in on, from New Zealand and South Korea to Vienna and our own New York City where 100,000 pieces of confetti will drop over Times Square at midnight, with hopes and dreams for 2021 printed on them.
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Hours
Mondays & Tuesdays
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesdays & Thursdays
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturdays
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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