January Virtual Programs & News
Flint Public Library
1 South Main Street
Middleton, MA 01949
tel:  978-774-8132
fax: 978-777-3270
email: flint3@comcast.net
Curbside Pick-Up Hours:
*Please refer to our website for our most up-to-date Curbside Pick-Up procedure prior to your visit
Tuesday-Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Library Hours:
*Staff will be available for virtual services
Monday-Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: CLOSED

Holiday Closings:
Friday, Jan. 1
Monday, Jan. 18
Flint Public Library will remain closed to the public until further notice, but staff will be in the building and available to provide virtual services via phone or email.
In this Issue:
  • Thank you from Neighbors in Need
  • News from The Flint
  • Virtual Programs & Resources
  • Registering for eCards/library cards
  • Curbside Pick-Up Services
  • Personalized Book+ Bundles
  • Returned materials
  • Virtual Programs for:
  • Children
  • Tweens & Teens
  • Adults
  • Various Ages
  • Trustees & Friends Information
  • Museum & Attraction Pass Information
Thank You from Neighbors in Need
The Friends of the Flint Public Library are very grateful to all the generous donors who supported the Neighbors in Need program this year.

2020 brought many challenges for this program, but thankfully through the thoughtful donations from the Middleton community, it was possible for us to successfully meet these challenges. We were able to provide much-needed help to 36 families and their 63 children.

Our thanks to each and every one of you!
News from The Flint
Flint Public Library’s highest priority is the health and well-being of library users, staff, and volunteers as we continue to take precautionary measures in order to help slow the spread of the Coronavirus/COVID-19.
Virtual Programs & Resources

Although the library building is closed, we are offering virtual programs and activities. Please visit us at www.flintlibrary.org or visit Flint Public Library's Facebook page for online resources and virtual library programs! OverdriveLibby, and Freading are only a few examples of the online services that our library is able to provide, and these applications offer e-books, audiobooks, and more downloadable content which can be accessed by most smart phones, computers, e-readers or Apple and Android devices.

The Flint is now able to offer online, at-home access to Ancestry.com, a genealogy research database with worldwide access and Value Line, an investment research database. Call the library for more details on how you can access these important resources. 

Please continue to visit our website and social media pages for more information on the wide variety of resources that can be accessed from the comfort of your own home!

In need of a library card? Register for an eCard today!

Are you having trouble accessing online titles that require the barcode number from your library card (like the e-Books and audiobooks available at MVLC.Overdrive.com or on the Libby app)? Are you interested in reserving materials for Curbside Pick Up, but don't have an active library card? We're here to help!

If you're a Middleton resident and would like to sign up for a library card, email our Circulation and Outreach Librarian, Stacey Zubiel at SZubiel@flintpublib.org and register for an eCard.

eCards will work on all of our electronic materials and materials that you request via curbside pick-up while we're closed, and you can pick up and use the physical card at the library via curbside pick-up!

If you've forgotten or lost your card number, we can look it up. If you're a resident of another town and want to use your library card to utilize the Flint's Curbside Pick-up Services, we can help with that. Send us an email and we'll get it sorted out. Happy reading!
Curbside Pick-Up Services

In addition, we are offering curbside pick-up of library books, DVDs, audiobooks, and magazines. Librarians are available by phone (978-774-8132) or email (flint3@comcast.net) to take your requests or answer any questions. Patrons are also able to place their own hold requests via our online catalog.

Please see Flint Public Library's website for our most up-to-date Curbside Pick-Up Procedure before your next pick-up at the library!

Miss browsing our shelves? Stay up-to-date with weekly emails featuring new titles available at The Flint by signing up for Wowbrary.
Personalized Book Bundles Available for All Ages

Interested in checking out materials from the library, but unsure of where to start? Let your librarians help you by creating personalized book+ bundles! Check out the links to our Book Bundle Request forms for your desired age group and pick up your materials through our Curbside Pick-Up service!

*Adults can email Justin (jliberti@flintpublib.org) or call the library (978.774.8132) with their requests!

Please note that you must have a valid library card in order to request a bundle. If you do not have a card, please refer to our news on 'eCards' for more information on registering for a card.

Book/DVD bundles will be available for pick-up in our curbside program. Please wait for a notification that your items are ready before visiting to pick them up. You will be notified by email, phone, or text, depending upon your account preferences.

Please see Flint Public Library's website for our most up-to-date Curbside Pick-Up Procedure before your next pick-up at the library!
Outdoor Book Drops & Quarantined Materials

At this time, our outdoor book drops are available for returns. Please note that items returned in our book drops will remain in quarantine for several days before being checked in and removed from patron accounts. If you have any questions about due dates please log in to your account via our catalog, or call the library and a librarian will assist you.
Virtual Programs for Children
(Suggested Ages: 0-8 yrs)
Please note: Virtual programs are still library programs.
Participants are expected to be respectful of each other and the host.
(Virtual) Morning Storytime with Miss Jessica
Tuesday, Jan. 19 & 26 @ 11:00 AM
Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft during virtual storytime with Miss Jessica! Participants will need to join the group Flint Public Library Storytime Online to see sessions held on Facebook Live.
(Virtual) Ready Readers
*Suggested for children in grades 3-5
Tuesdays @ 4:00 PM
Join Felicia and friends for "Ready Readers," a reading group where children will get to read together, discuss books, and play games! Virtual sessions will be held on Zoom.
(Virtual) Music Class
with Rockabye Beats
Wednesday, Jan. 20 & 27 @ 11:00 AM
Get those mid-week wiggles out with Rockabye Beats! This program is geared towards children, but all music-lovers are encouraged to join. Virtual sessions are held on Facebook Live via Flint Public Library's Facebook page.
(Virtual) Stay-at-Home
STEM with Miss Stacey
Thursday, Jan. 21 & 28 @ 11:00 AM
Check out Miss Stacey's weekly series of at-home STEM activities; if you try out an experiment for yourself, share your results in the comments! A new video will be posted on the library's Facebook page on Thursday mornings.
(Virtual) Evening Storytime with Miss Felicia
Thursday, Jan. 21 & 28 @ 7:00 PM
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities during virtual storytime with Miss Felicia! Participants will need to join the group Flint Public Library Storytime Online to see sessions held on Facebook Live.
(Virtual) Crafty Kids
Friday, Jan. 22 & 29 @ 11:00 AM
Check out our weekly craft tutorials for kids, and share your own creations in the comments! A new video will be posted to the library's Facebook page on Friday mornings.
Virtual Programs for Tweens & Teens
(Suggested Ages: 10-17 yrs)
Please note: Virtual programs are still library programs.
Participants are expected to be respectful of each other and the host.
(Virtual) Virtual Escape Room - Available Anytime!
Do you enjoy solving puzzles, rhymes, or brain-teasers? Want to put your escape-artist skills to the test? Give The Flint's very own Virtual Escape Room a try!

The link to the escape room will be shared on January 1st and will be available all month long.
(Virtual) Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
First Saturday of the Month @ 8:00 PM

This month's session:
Jan. 2
Join Nicole, our Teen Librarian (and library Dungeon Master) for our first virtual D&D campaign meeting! Sessions will be held on the first Saturday of every month; virtual sessions will be held on Zoom.
Email Felicia (fgminski@flintpublib.org), send Flint Public Library a Facebook message, or call the library (978.774.8132) if you know a tween or teen that is interested in joining so that we can share the Zoom information!
(Virtual) Afternoon Activities
for Tweens & Teens
Wednesdays @ 4:00 PM
Join Felicia in this virtual space for tweens and teens between the ages of 10-15 to hangout and socialize, work on homework together, play virtual games, or participate in activities. Occasional special events such as craft projects, group activities or games, and more will be led by Felicia, but participation is optional. Virtual sessions will be held on Zoom.
(Virtual) Anime & Manga Club for Teens
Tuesdays @ 8:00 PM
Join Nicole, our Teen Librarian, to watch and discuss anime from home with other enthusiasts! Virtual sessions will be held via Discord.
Check out more teen-friendly events under 'Virtual Programs for Various Ages'
Virtual Programs for Adults
(Suggested Ages: 18+ yrs)
Please note: Virtual programs are still library programs.
Participants are expected to be respectful of each other and the host.
(Virtual) Creating a Positive New Year: Email Series
Mondays @ 11:00 AM
beginning Jan. 18
Are you looking to start 2021 off on a positive note? Sign up for our 8-week email series where Melissa will share meaningful and interesting ways to add a spark of creativity and fun to your new year!
(Virtual) Writing Group
First and third Tuesday of
the month @ 6:00 PM

This month's sessions:
Jan. 5 & 19
Do you enjoy writing? Bring a sample of your work to share, and support other writers! Virtual sessions will be held on Zoom.
(Virtual) Meditation Group
Tuesdays @ 7:00 PM
Missing our weekly meditation group? Check out these links to guided meditations that you can follow along at home via Youtube!
(Virtual) Taiji Qigong Lessons
Wednesdays @ 11:00 AM
Missing our weekly Taiji Qigong classes? Check out the link to our eCalendar to learn about our virtual sessions that will be available on Zoom! Sessions will be hosted by Larry Greenberg.
(Virtual) Flint Library Book Club
First Thursday of the
month @ 6:30 PM

This month's session:
Jan. 7
Join Russ, our ILL and Circulation Librarian, for our monthly book club. Participants are welcome to socialize with others and discuss this month's read. Virtual sessions will be held on Zoom.
This month's title to be discussed:
The Circle by Dave Eggers
Next month's title to be discussed:
Finding Chika: A Little Girl, an Earthquake, and the Making of a Family by Mitch Albom
(Virtual) Winter Backyard Birds with Steve Hale
Thursday, Jan. 14 @ 6:30PM
Join us as we welcome Steve Hale, the owner and founder of Open World Explorers, and learn about winter backyard birds! This program will be held on Zoom.
(Virtual) Film Discussion Club
Thursday, Jan. 21 @ 6:30 PM
Calling all film enthusiasts! Come and engage in lively discussions of wonderful films. We will meet on the third Thursday of every month. Bring along yourselves, your friends, your relatives, your pets – whoever is interested! Virtual sessions will be held on Zoom.
This month's film to be discussed:
The Public (2018)
(Rated PG-13)
(Virtual) Just Think... Write Now!
First Friday of the month @ 10:30 AM

This month's session:
Jan. 1
Create the life you want through setting goals, positive thinking and purposeful journaling. Virtual sessions will be held on Zoom.
(Virtual) Current Events
Discussion Group
Second and fourth Friday of
the month @ 10:30 AM
*There will only be one session held this month

This month's session:
Jan. 8 & 22
Discuss current events with others who are interested in sharing their viewpoints on the latest news. Virtual sessions will be held on Zoom.
(Virtual) Bridging the Gap: Mediation Group
Third Friday of the month @ 10:30 AM

This month's session:
Jan. 15
Join us in a discussion on the third Friday of every month to explore ways of finding common ground.Virtual sessions will be held on Zoom.
(Virtual) Tech Help with Russ: All About E-Readers
Friday, Jan. 15 @ 2:00 PM
Join our Circulation and ILL Librarian, Russ Grossman, for a session of tech help focusing on e-readers, how to use them, and how to take e-materials out of the library. Applications including Libby and OverDrive will be covered. This program will be held on Zoom.
(Virtual) Forever Young Adult Book Club
Third Saturday of the month @ 8:00 PM

This month's session:
Jan. 16
Join Nicole, our Teen Librarian, for this monthly book club welcoming adults that love to read Young Adult fiction. Participants are invited to socialize with others and discuss this month's read. Virtual sessions will be held on Zoom.
This month's title to be discussed:
Truly Devious
by Maureen Johnson

Virtual Programs for Various Ages
Please note: Virtual programs are still library programs.
Participants are expected to be respectful of each other and the host.
(Virtual) Mindful Mondays
Mondays @ 1:00 PM
Start your week off on the right track with Mindful Mondays! Beginning in January, we will share a post each Monday afternoon that will uplift, inspire, cheer, and bring you a sense of calm and peace. Posts will be shared to Flint Public Library's Facebook page.
(Virtual) BollyX with Swasti Bhargava
Wednesday, Jan. 20 & 27 @ 7:00 PM
Work up a sweat with Swasti for our free, 8-week series of BollyX classes! BollyX is a Bollywood inspired dance fitness program that combines exhilarating choreography and calorie-burning workout with upbeat music from all around the world. Virtual sessions will be held on Zoom.
Trustees & Friends Information
Next Meeting:
Monday, Jan. 11 @ 7:00 PM
The Trustees of Flint Public Library will be hosting their meetings virtually while the library is closed.
Next Meeting:
Wednesday, Jan. 13 @ 7:00 PM
The Friends of the Flint will be hosting their meetings virtually while the library is closed.
Museum & Attraction Pass Information
At this time, several museums and attractions have reopened and are welcoming back visitors.

To learn about our most up-to-date available passes that can be requested, please call the library (978-774-8132) to speak with a member of the staff.

To reserve a pass online, please click here to be redirected to our "Museum Passes" page that can be found on Flint Public Library's website.
Thank you to the Friends of the Flint for sponsoring our eNewsletter, museum and attraction passes, and many library programs!