Welcome to The G.A.R. Memorial Library's newsletter!
We're excited to be able to keep you informed and hope you'll be able to use these newsletters to get even more enjoyment out of your local library. Please use the links at the right to get more information from our website, which is updated regularly.
Sincerely,
The Staff of the
G.A.R. Memorial Library
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Reminder, we will be closed for the holiday on Monday, October 11th |
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The Friends of the Library
Book Sale is Back!
Please note: Masks are Required
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 13 (West Newbury Night) 6:00 – 8:00 PM for Residents of West Newbury
THURSDAY, OCT. 14 10:00 – 6:00
FRIDAY, OCT. 15 10:00 – 6:00
SATURDAY, OCT. 16 9:00 – 12:00 ($5.00/BAG) (Teachers with ID 1 free bag for their classroom)
AT OLD TOWN HALL ACROSS FROM LIBRARY
ADULT & CHILDREN’S BOOKS, HARDCOVER, PAPERBACK, CDS, DVDS, BOOKS ON CD, PUZZLES & GAMES
Accepting donations of gently used newer books, cds & dvds, puzzles, games (with all pieces) on Monday, October 11 from 10:00 - Noon
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS TO HELP – before, during or after – contact the library at 978-363-1105 or sign up here.
ALL PROCEEDS GO TOWARDS LIBRARY PROGRAMS AND MUSEUM PASSES
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Virtual Fright Nights Series
We are excited to be collaborating with multiple libraries in the consortium to bring you a series of spine-tingling online talks in October. Click on the register link for more info and to sign up.
Witches and Warlocks of Massachusetts with Peter Muise
Thursday, October 14 @ 7:00 PM
The Legends and Lore of the Bridgewater Triangle with Tim Weisberg
Friday, October 15 @ 7:00 PM
Haunted Lighthouses of New England with Jeremy D'Entremont
Saturday, October 16 @ 10:00 AM
Chasing Chandler: Is The Tewksbury Library Haunted?
Friday, October 29 @ 7:00 PM
Programs sponsored by the Friends of the West Newbury Library
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Peter Zheutlin Book Talk: Spin: A Novel Based on a (Mostly) True Story,
Tuesday, October 26 @ 6:00 PM - Online via Zoom
Author, Peter Zheutlin is a descendant of Annie Londonderry, who captured the popular imagination with her daring 'round the world' trip on a bicycle in 1895. In his new book, Zheutlin brilliantly probes the inner life and seeming boundless courage of this outlandish, brash, and charismatic woman.
Reportedly set in motion by a wager between two wealthy Boston merchants, the bet required Annie not only to circle the earth by bicycle in 15 months, but to earn $5,000 en route, as well. This was no mere test of a woman's physical endurance and mental fortitude; it was a test of a woman's ability to fend for herself in the world.
In SPIN, this daring heroine and her marvelous, stranger-than-fiction story is vividly brought to life for a new generation.
This is a virtual program. Please Register here. You will receive the Zoom link the day before the event.
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Children's Room Activities
Family Story Times -
Tuesdays, @ 9:30 AM
Wednesdays @ 10:00 AM
Come join Miss Kate on the Library lawn. Let's have fun listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays and playing games.
You can pick up a craft kit and have fun making something at home. Ages infant and up. Families welcome.
Have you read to Lulu or Thor yet?
Thor - Thursdays, Oct 14 or 28 from 4:00-5:00 PM
LuLu - Saturday, Oct. 16,
10:00-11:00 AM
Sign up for a 15 minute session to read with Thor or Lulu our lovable therapy dogs. They are waiting to see all of you again and are wonderful listeners. Let's have fun reading outside on the Library lawn or inside.
Call the Library 978-363-1105 or come in to sign up.
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Teen Advisory Group Events
TAG Take Out! October
A takeout service for teens in Grades 6-12 that includes books and goodies and it's totally free.
All you need to do is fill out the google form and tell us your interests. Based on your answers, we will select books for you.
From October 4 - October 15, place your orders. Pick up your takeout bags from October 18 - October 22.
Teen Creative Writing Club
Wednesday, October 20 @ 3:30 PM
Do you write for fun? Are you a fan of fanfiction? Or are you a poet, and you didn’t even know it? Then join the Creative Writing Club and meet fellow writers from your community! We meet the third Wednesday of every month.
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What's Happening?
Who Done It? Mystery Book Group
Thursday, October 14th - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - Now meeting in the Town Hall Annex, 381 Main St, West Newbury
Are you a Mystery fan? Ready to figure out who done it? Join this lively group and tackle a new kind of mystery each month.October's read is The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman. Please contact the library by phone or email to sign up and join this group. All are welcome.
Going on around town:
West Newbury PTO & GotSneakers.com are Collecting Old Sneakers
Now through October 18th
The West Newbury PTO has partnered with GotSneakers.com and are collecting old sneakers! GotSneakers.com helps schools raise funds AND donates used sneakers to areas in need. This is a WIN-WIN-WIN! Clean out your sneaker rack, make money for the Page School and help those in need! GotSneakers.com accepts donations of sneakers only and they can be in any condition.
Shoes should be bagged and dropped in the bin at one of three locations:
- Main office at the Page School (for Page families)
- West Newbury Town Hall
- GAR Memorial Library
If you have questions or would like to have your donation picked up, please contact Lindsay Goff at 617-680-1348. Thank you!
We welcome your comments and suggestions!
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