New England Desserts Cookbook Author Talk and Food Tasting

Friday, June 9| 1 - 2:30 p.m. | IN-PERSON

Tammy Donroe Inman, award-winning author of New England Desserts: Classic and Creative Recipes for All Seasons, will discuss her favorite desserts that originated in Massachusetts, the stories behind them, and the pleasures of seasonal baking. Samples will be provided.

A former editor of Boston magazine, Inman sharpened her knives in the test kitchen of Cook’s Illustrated magazine and behind the scenes of the hit television show America’s Test Kitchen. Her work has also been featured in Fine Cooking, Parents, Yankee Magazine, and Cape Cod Life.  (Books will be available for sale: $30)

Why should only kids get the prizes?

Pick up a BINGO board in the front lobby or print a copy by clicking this link.

Fill in each square with the name of a book you completed this summer - each book title can only be used once. Audiobooks count! There are many ways to earn entries to prizes-- read details on your BINGO board.

Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for book suggestions each week, or click here to see a running list!

Reminder:

Construction is underway at the front entrance to the library.



The library will be fully operational during construction. However, the front entrance to the library will not be accessible. Patrons and visitors must use the side entrance by South Congregational Church. This entrance is fully accessible and offers handicap parking spots and an elevator for easy access to the lower level community rooms and bookstore.

For a list of our hours please visit our website www.centervillelibrary.org or call 508-790-6220.

Artists of the Month: Darby Hobbs & Karen Kishibay

Darby Hobbs’ passion is to create positive change in our world through ‘Story Art.’ As a producer of children’s books, Darby focuses key messages on how to make the world a better place.

Karen Kishibay’s illustrations in children’s books are done by using waters colors, pen and ink and each artwork is an individual painting. She graduated college summa cum laude with a BFA and minor in graphic design.

Items will be on display and for sale in the front lobby for the month of June. A portion of sales will support Centerville Public Library.

PILATES Essential Matwork

Saturdays, June 10, 24| 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. | IN-PERSON

In this mixed level drop-in class, Stott Pilates Certified instructor Joan Berglund will review the basics of Pilates through physical practice and a discussion of Pilates principles.

Please bring a mat, water bottle and wear comfortable clothing.

Classes are donation-based, pay what you can. Registration recommended, but not required.

DIY Flag Wreath

Monday, June 12| 1 - 3 p.m. | IN-PERSON

Just in time for Flag Day (June 14) and Juneteenth (June 19), create a paper wreath to adorn your front door and celebrate the summer holidays!

Staff member Erin will lead participants through creating a wreath from colorful cardstock and recycled book pages.

Registration required.  All materials provided!

Yoga at CPL

Friday, June 16| 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. | HYBRID

In collaboration with Yoga Neighborhood, CPL hosts a FREE Hatha yoga at CPL on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. We welcome you to join us either in-person or via Zoom!

The instructor will lead class indoors in our community room. Don't forget your mat!

Please request a Zoom link by 8 a.m. on the morning of the class!

Social Group for Neurodivergent Teens

2nd Friday of month| 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. |IN-PERSON

*Next meeting: June 9



This group is led by our amazing volunteer Isadora Greenberg, an advocate for Cape Advocates Standing Together. Isadora understands the social challenges a young person with autism and ADHD faces, so this inclusive group is a safe space to be and celebrate YOU!

Activities will be determined by the interests of the participants. We will share a variety of sensory items, but feel free to bring your own. Group for ages 13-18.  Registration required (limit 10).

FREE Lunches at CPL!

Thursdays| 11:30 a.m. |IN-PERSON

Thursdays from June 22 - August 24, join us under the tent or on the side lawn following Fresh Air Storytime all summer long.

Free lunches will be available starting at 11:30 a.m. to all children 18 and under while supplies last.

Meals must be eaten on site. Free summer meals provided by Cape Cod YMCA.

Color the World in Love

Friday, June 23| 3 - 5 p.m. |IN-PERSON



You're invited to help illustrate author Darby Hobbs' newest picture book, Color the World in Love!

Anyone under 18 is invited to join this celebration of love in all colors and forms.

We'll spend the time creating illustrations that may be selected for and published in the book!

No registration necessary.

Positopia World

Tuesday, June 27| 11 a.m. |IN-PERSON



Join local author, Linda Cronin, for a reading of Positopia World followed by some fun activities and a book signing for those interested in purchasing a copy of the book.

Positopia World teaches children how to verbalize and regulate their emotions in a fun and imaginative way.



No registration necessary.

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