Summer Reading Program for
All Ages!
There are still a few weeks left to participate in our 2023 Summer Reading Program! Register online and participate to win some great prizes.
Click here for more information.
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August Memory Cafe: Regional Foods with Therapy Gardens
Tuesday, August 8, 10:30-11:30am
We’ve compiled a list of some of your favorite regional foods from yesteryear to today. Join us as we present them Jeopardy-style and put your local food knowledge to the test! Samples provided.
All are welcome and registration is not required!
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Knitting Group
Tuesday, August 8, 6:00-7:30pm
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Grab your project bag and drop in for our monthly knit night! Enjoy conversation, laughter, companionship, and creativity as you work alongside other yarn crafters.
All are welcome and registration is not required.
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Acoustic Concert with Peryle
Saturday, August 12, 2:00-3:00pm
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Join us for our end-of-summer acoustic concert with Peryle! Drop in to enjoy an indie-pop afternoon with this New England-based songbird. Blending pop and folk, Peryle's songs are personal & introspective, often reflecting on love, loss, & self-discovery.
Registration is not required. All ages are welcome.
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Heritage Films & Dan Tremblay Present: Ol' Time Radio Days
Friday, August 25, 11:00am-12:00pm
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This film traces the history of radio entertainment, talent, and how we enjoyed hours of old time stories and music while huddled around the radio.
There will be a brief discussion after the film.
All are welcome, no registration required.
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Get Ready for Your Next Job Interview (Virtual)
Monday, August 28, 2:00-3:00pm
Today’s job seeker must be prepared for any interview scenario: by Skype or Zoom, by phone, and in-person. This session outlines how to be prepared, tips for handling various interview situations, potential questions you should be ready to answer, and more. Bring your questions for the Q&A afterward. Led by Elizabeth Gross, founder of "Job Search Divas." A former marketing executive at Monster.com, she has assisted countless people with their resumes and job searches. Please click here to register.
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An Evening with Bestselling Authors Lisa Jackson & Nancy Bush (Virtual)
Monday, August 28, 7:00-8:00pm
Bestselling authors Lisa Jackson and Nancy Bush will discuss their latest suspense novels in this ZOOM webinar. Jackson will discuss The Last Sinner, a gripping novel featuring two veteran homicide detectives matching wits with a twisted serial killer in New Orleans. Bush will discuss The Camp, a modern twist on Friday the 13th meets Yellowjackets at a sleepaway camp isolated in the woods of Oregon. Please click here to register.
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Friday Morning Movies
Fridays, August 4, 11, & 18, 10:30am
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Join us for popular movies during our Friday film series!
August 4: Avatar: the Way of Water (2022, PG-13, 3hr 12min)
August 11: 80 For Brady (2023, PG-13, 1hr 38min)
August 18: Champions (2023, PG-13, 2hr 4min)
Water & movie snacks will be served. Registration is not required, drop in!
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The Patton Homestead Book Club will meet on Tuesday, August 1 at 3:00 at the Patton Homestead. They will be reading and discussing Abide With Me by Elizabeth Strout.
Wednesday Night Book Club & Literary Luncheon are on break during the summer. They will be back in September with more great reads!
Book clubs are open to all and titles are available for check out at the library.
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Jump Into Journaling
Thursdays, August 3 & 10
4:00-7:00pm
Embrace your creativity in this workshop series for teens & adults! Learn how to begin a journaling practice as you enjoy writing prompts and creative writing time. Click here to learn more.
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Wire Sculpture Workshop with Artist Ryan Kelley
Thursday, August 3, 6:00-8:00pm
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Make a unique wire tree sculpture with local sculptor Ryan Kelley! Please bring a rock (about the size of an adult's closed fist) to use for the tree base.
This program is open to teens entering grades 6 to 12 in fall 2023, and adults.
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24th Annual Vehicle Night
Wednesday, August 2, 6:00-7:30pm
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Our annual Touch-a-Truck event in the library parking lot is a highlight of the summer! See, touch & explore your favorite big trucks and vehicles, plus meet the people who protect, serve & build our community.
This event is rain or shine. Families of all ages are welcome, and registration is not required.
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Monarch Butterfly Program
Saturday, August 5, 11am - 12pm
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Learn about Monarch Butterflies from our resident expert and favorite Boston College biology professor, Dr. Charlie Hoffman.
Enjoy watching the stages of their life cycle though our live butterfly tank when you visit the Children's Room this summer!
All ages welcome; registration not required.
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Goats & Giggles
Wednesday, August 9
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Visit us for some hands-on playtime with baby goats, including lots of cuddles and photo opportunities! Join us for one of our "Goats & Giggles" sessions. Time slots are available at 1:00pm, 1:30pm, 2:00pm, 2:30pm, 3:00pm & 3:30pm. Please note that registration is required and space is limited. All ages are welcome! Click here to register.
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Summer Reading Ice Cream Party
Wednesday, August 16, 6:30 - 7:30pm
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Join us for our Children's Summer Reading Finale Ice Cream Party! In order to join the festivities, your child must have participated in our online summer reading challenge. This party will take place at the library's children's patio and side yard. Pre-registration is required and will close on August 12. Please click here to register.
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Music & Movement Story Time: Wednesdays 10:15-11:15am
August 2, 9, & 16
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Join Northeast Arc Early Intervention - Cape Ann for story time featuring activities to encourage language comprehension and expression. This program is for children ages 18-36 months and their caregiver. Registration is required. Please click here to sign up.
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"Me, You, We" Playgroup:
Thursdays 10:00-11:00am
August 3 & 10
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Join us for a school readiness program from Boston Children’s Museum! Curriculum is designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregiver, and focuses on early literacy and social-emotional development. Registration is required. Please click here to sign up.
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Friends of the Library Book Donation Days
Mondays 10:30am-4:00pm
August 7, 14, 21, & 28
Please give us your BOOKS, CDs and DVDs in good condition to sell at our book sales. Donations are limited to 4 bags at a time. If you have a donation larger than 4 bags please email the Friends at fohwpl@gmail.com.
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Art on View: The Photography of Paula Stephens |
Stop by throughout the month of August to enjoy the work of photographer Paula Stephens, the current artist exhibiting through our Art Display Program!
Paula has a passion for the wonders of nature, and many of her works feature the beauty and splendor found here in New England.
If you would like to participate in the Art Display Program, please reach out to Adult Services Librarian, Jessica Furtado at jfurtado@hwlibrary.org for more information.
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Resource Spotlight: Heritage Quest |
Enjoy access to a comprehensive treasury of American genealogical sources including U.S. Census, Periodical Source Index (PERSI), Revolutionary War Pension Records, Freedman’s Bank Records, and more with Heritage Quest! This online resource is available both at the library and through remote access. Click here to discover this & more of our electronic resources.
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