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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
Spring Story Times will begin the week of March 23 - please check our web page for details.
"Singing and Signing"
Thursdays, April 2, 16 and 30 @ 10:30 AM
A program for pre-school children and seniors. Sing and learn to sign favorite songs! Senior choir "Optimistic Voices" will also perform. No signup needed - all ages welcome.
"Pre-School Music with Dara"
Friday, Mar. 6 @ 10:45 AM
Lively, interactive musical program for children 18 mos. to 5 years - all welcome!
March Art Exhibit:
"Beyond Borders"
March 3 - 30
A multi-generational and multimedia exhibit by a mother/daughter and grandmother/granddaughter team of artists. See 2- and 3-dimensional works using fiber, acrylic, collage, printing, ink, and graphite.
Artists' Reception Thurs., March 26 from 6-8 PM. All welcome!
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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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Important Tax Form Info
The IRS is not providing the usual level of tax forms and instructions to public libraries this year due to budget cuts recently passed by Congress. Please read more here.
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Save the Date!
Spring Book Sale Begins May 9
 Mark Saturday, May 9 on your calendar. That's the day our annual Friends of the Beverly Public Library Spring Book Sale begins at the main library. We're currently accepting donations of gently used books, movies, and music for the sale - click here for sale and donation details! |
Intro to 3D Printing
* Registration required *
Join library director Patricia Cirone at the main library on Thursday, March 12 or Tuesday, April 7 for an introduction to the basics of working with the library's MakerBot Replicator. Workshops run from 6:30 - 8:30 PM in the Sohier Room, and are required if you wish to use the printer independently. Downloading and designing basics using Thingiverse, Tinkercad and SketchUp software are also covered. Laptops/devices welcome. Open to ages 10 +.
Register @ 978-921-6062 or stop by our Reference Desk. Additional info: [email protected].
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New Museum Passes!
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New! Personalized Reading List for Kids
 Is your child looking for a new series like Diary of a Wimpy Kid? Are you a parent trying to find pirate picture books for your preschooler? Try our new Personalized Reading List for Kids! It's easy - read more here.
The Spring Story Time session will begin the week of March 22. Click here for Story Time session times and additional program info.
"Musical Mornings with Miz Liz" returns
Saturday, March 14 @ 10 AM. A lively, interactive musical program for kids 0 - 5 and parents or caregivers.
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March Programs
The following events are open to all teens entering grades 6 through 12:
Anime Club
Tues., March 17, 3:30-5:30 PM, Sohier Room
Watch anime with other fans, and eat free snacks.
 Pizza and a Movie:
"Guardians of the Galaxy"!
Tues., March 31, 3:45-5:45 PM
Intergalactic movie adventure and free pizza in the Sohier Room.
19th Annual Teen Poetry Contest
The contest closes for entries at 4 PM on Friday, March 6, 2015. Complete information about the contest, including rules, submission form, and
Awards Ceremony info, are available
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See the
Teens page for additional info re: Teen events and programs, including our Teen Advisory Board (TAB). Questions? Email the Young Adult Librarian, Allison Babin, at
[email protected].
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March Art
"International Women's Day"
March 4 - March 30
The main library is pleased to host an exhibit of international posters related to Women's History Month and International Women's Day (March 8) during the month of March. The posters are part of a large collection of labor-related poster art collected by Stephen Lewis. Read details about the exhibit and its related history here. |
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Opera: The First Broadway
Are you a lifelong fan of opera, or is it a newly discovered fascination? Either way, you're invited to join a friendly group of kindred spirits at the main library for an 8-week course that explores eight operas: some old standards, and others lesser known. The course is taught by John Tischio, and the group will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:30 PM begining March 18. For all of the details and to register, please contact Mr. Tischio directly at [email protected].
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