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"Monday Mornings" is a free weekly lecture series for adults. The Winter/Spring 2015 session begins January 26. No signup needed. We hope you'll join us!
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The library has 3 monthly book groups to choose from. New members are always welcome! See
this month.
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Farms Branch News
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Please visit our
Winter Story Times begin the week of January 4, 2015. Check our web page for details.
"The BIG Trip: A Family Gap Year" Tues., January 13 @ 7 - 8:30 PM
Please see program details in the feature section to the right.
"Music with Dara"
Friday, January 9 @ 10:45 AM
Lively, interactive musical program for children 18 mos. to 5 years.
Art Exhibit:
"Beautiful Nature"
January 3 - 30
Color and B & W photographs by self-taught, award-wining nature photographer Michael Hubley.
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For information about library collections or services, please contact our Reference staff at 978-921-6062 or [email protected]. For feedback concerning this newsletter, please email the editor.
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January Holiday Closures
Main and Farms branch:
New Year's
- Closed at 4 PM Wednesday, December 31
- Closed all day Thursday, January 1
- Open normal hours Friday, January 2
MLK Day
Both library locations are closed on Monday, January 19, 2015 in observation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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"Save Room for Pie!"
Pie Day Potluck & Storytelling
Do you love pie? If you do, don't miss our celebration of National Pie Day 2015 with a pie potluck and story sharing hosted by Tony Toledo. The fun takes place on Thursday, January 22 from 7 - 8:30 PM. Read all the important details here. |
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Introduction to 3D Printing
 We've got more basic 3D workshops in January and February. Library director Pat Cirone will introduce you to working with a MakerBot Replicator, Fifth generation on Tuesday, January 6 and Tuesday, February 3, 2015. Signup IS required - call 978-921-6062 to register. Open to ages 10 and up. Get all the details and some helpful links here.
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January Programs
The following events are open to all teens entering grades 6 through 12:
Midterms Study Session! 
Weds., Jan. 21, 1 - 4 PM
Sohier Room
Get ready for midterms at the library! Join us in the Sohier Room to study and we'll provide free snacks. There will be a few MacBooks for BHS students, chargers, study supplies like flashcards and highlighters, and some quiet de-stress activities for you to do too. So as long as you're studying for midterms, you CAN sit with us. We hope to see you there!
Pizza and a Movie: "Guardians of the Galaxy"!
Weds., Jan. 28, 6:30-8:45 PM, Sohier Room
Join us for this adventurous film about a group of intergalactic criminals who are forced to work together to stop a fanatical warrior from taking control of the universe. Free pizza!
To see more Teen events and programs, including details re: the upcoming 2015 Teen Poetry Contest, visit our Teens page or email [email protected].
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2014 Staff Picks
 Looking for a good book? The staff at the Beverly Public Library are pleased to share their favorite books published in 2014. You'll find a variety of titles, ranging from nonfiction to various genres of fiction - from literary to mysteries to fantasy. Check out our handy catalog list to read summaries and request the books online! |
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** Farms Branch Program **
The BIG Trip: a Family Gap Year
Author Martha McManamy will visit the Farms Branch on Tuesday, January 13 to discuss her book about her family - including 3 teenagers - who took a year off to travel and volunteer in Bolivia, Guatemala and Kenya. Choosing home stays and local transportation over hotels and rental cars, the family undertook a journey of "slow travel," living simply and experiencing life as the locals do. Click here for more info.
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The winter program session will begin the week of January 4, 2015. See Story Time session times and info here.
"We Have a Dream" 
Saturday, January 17 @ 10:30 AM, Sohier Room
Preschool to grade 5
No registration required
Join the Beverly Council on Aging and the Beverly Public Library in continuing the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The program will consist of readings for children and art activities for peace and diversity, including a dream banner and an origami peace crane.
"Musical Mornings with Miz Liz" returns Saturday, January 10 @ 10 AM. For kids 0 - 5 and parents/caregivers.
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"Art Cups" by  Tony Toledo
This month in the Sohier Room (main library), see an exhibit of 244 unique art cups created by Beverly resident and storyteller Tony Toledo. Tony uses Sharpie markers and his imagination to transform white "to go" coffee cups into tiny curved canvases. Tony encourages inquisitive viewers to pick up any cup and read the information on the bottom. All are welcome to attend Tony's "Artist Reception" on Sunday, January 11, 2015, from 2 to 3:30 PM.
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