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T h exY a r d a r m
The Yarmouth Port Library Newsletter
297 Main Street (Route 6A), Yarmouth Port, MA 02675
yarmouthportlibrary.org • PH: 508-362-3717 • Fax: 508-362-6739
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Yarmouth Port Library...Where you find more than just books for readers young and old.
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It is pumpkin season, and as far as this editor is concerned, the best time of year on Cape Cod! YPL has several programs planned. Be sure to scroll down for information on all the upcoming events at YPL — your community library!
Lee Peters, Editor
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Administrative Director’s &
Children's Services Report
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by Carrie Bearse, Administrative Director
& Children's Services
Of dog cookies and long-range plans…looking forward.
It is hard to believe that summer is over. It was hot and trafficy and seemed to go by so quickly. However, if you really think about it, Memorial Day (the unofficial start to summer here on Cape Cod) seems like years ago. But now we get to look forward to the fall, my favorite time of the year. I love the slower pace, the chance to take more time to chat with our patrons, take longer walks with my dog, George, and generally just slow down until the inevitable wind up for the holiday season.
The library is in the (long) process of updating our long-range plan and mapping out how we can continue to be an integral part of the Yarmouth Port community with programs, services, and facility improvements. We are trying to determine what we can do better, what we can change, and how to better serve you. If you have thoughts and suggestions on what you feel we might need to change, maintain, or enhance at the library over the coming years, please take the time to share those thoughts verbally or in writing with staff members or members of the Board of Trustees. We want to look forward with you.
Which brings us to dog cookies. With the very hot summer, George and I have not been doing our long walks to Barnstable Village after work as frequently as we usually do. Thus, George got the unfortunate news from his vet that he needs to drop a few pounds…thankfully my annual PCP visit hasn’t happened yet, but I certainly can empathize with the poor pup. Making changes for the better is always hard, but it truly is for the best in the long run. George’s cookie intake may soon be curtailed, but I will offer some comfort with increased cuddles. Please think about the library’s future, let us know how we can improve and change, enjoy the cool of fall (and the welcoming comfort of our fireplace in the reading room when the temperature warrants), take advantage of all the library has to offer…and be sure to enjoy a piece of chocolate at the circulation desk — just keep George in mind! And as always, thank you all for allowing me to be a part of this very special library and community.
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Storytime
Thursdays at 11 AM
Songs, Stories and a Takeaway Craft!
Ages 2 to 5
Afternoon Legos!
Thursdays from
3 PM to 5 PM. Ages 6 & up.
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Big Stories
Thursday, September 12th at 4:30 PM
MEXICO!
Stories for creative readers ages 7 and up on the second Thursday of each month.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
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Fall Programs - click here for additional details. | |
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Around the Common
Sunday, September 8th
from 1 PM to 4 PM
The library will once again be participating in the All Around the Common event. Although the library will not be open for regular services, we will be here with refreshments for all and a takeaway craft for kids. Please stop by and say hello and be sure to visit all of the participants in this special event.
Vin Miles Presents: “Captains Fantastic: The Eldridge Brothers of Yarmouth Port.“
Friday, September 27th
at 1 PM
Story of three famous sea captains of Yarmouth Port. Miles is the author of “The Lost Hero of Cape Cod: Captain Asa Eldridge” and “The Maritime Trade that Shaped America,” published by the Historical Society of Old Yarmouth.
Author Paul Kemprecos
Friday, October 4th at 1 PM
Paul Kemprecos is an American writer of mysteries and adventure stories. He is a Shamus Award-winning author of six underwater detective thrillers.
Susan Jarek-Glidden
"Vampires of New England”
Friday, October 18th
at 1 PM
Susan is a medievalist and storyteller. This is the perfect lead-in to Halloween.
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Annual Spaghetti Supper at Jack’s Outback II
Sunday, October 27th
Sittings: 5 PM and 6:30 PM
Tickets on sale at the library mid October.
(Further details to come!)
Yarmouth Port Common Halloween Haunt
Thursday, October 31st from 4:30 PM to 7 PM
Storytime and treats at Thacher Hall. YPL is closed.
Northside String Band
Monday, November 11th
at 2 PM
This every popular group will be on hand to commemorate our veterans and to entertain with some good old folk, jazz, and banjo tunes.
Author Lauren Wolk — for parents and children
Saturday, November 16th
at 10:30 AM
Award-winning and best-selling author Lauren Wolk will do a reading and talk about her writing career. All readers, young and older, are invited to hear the author of Wolf Hall, Beyond the Bright Sea, Echo Mountain, and more.
Yarmouth Port Christmas Stroll
Sunday, December 8th
from 1 PM to 4 PM
Stroll along Route 6A in Yarmouth Port. Enjoy trolley rides, live music, and delicious treats at YPL and throughout the village.
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Chess Club meets on the first and third Thursday of each month at
4:30 PM.
Come play a game (or two) with fellow chess players.
All levels welcome, with instruction and strategy suggestions from Ralph Menconi — neighbor, former educator, and YPL Corporator.
For adults and children (ages 8 and up, please). Please call the library to let us know you will be attending.
Drop-in Chess
Thursdays at 4 PM
Drop-in to play, no instruction available, all levels welcome.
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YPL’s Knitting Group
Resumes on Monday, September 16th from 9:30 to 11 AM.
As in the past, we gather on the first and third Mondays from mid-September through May.
We invite knitters of all levels, as well as those who do other forms of needlework, to bring their projects and join us in the Library Reading Room.
Come to share your patterns and your expertise — or to get help with your mistakes.
Please use the east staff door. For additional information, call Dinah Wolff at 508-362-7660.
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Watercolor Group
First Thursday of the month at
2 PM.
The monthly group meets to practice a variety of painting techniques and to share recent work.
Newcomers welcome!
If you did not attend previous sessions but are interested, please contact Leslie Altman at laltman@clamsnet.org.
Returning attendees are asked to bring their own supplies.
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YPL Book Group, led by Leslie Altman, meets the third Thursday of the month at 2 PM.
September: Thursday, Sept. 19th at 2 PM
The Chancellor: The Remarkable Odyssey of Angela Merkel by Kati Marton
October: Thursday, October 17th at 2 PM
A “Mystery” - literally and figuratively!
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Neighborhood Book Group, led by Rick Woods, meets the second Thursday of the month at 4 PM.
September: Thursday, Sept. 12th at 4 PM
The Moonstone by Wilke Collins
An early example of the modern detective novel.
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ATTENTION GARDENERS — BULB SALE! | |
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The Yarmouth Port Library’s Annual Bulb Sale is now underway and it couldn’t be easier to order bulbs to add to the beauty of your garden.
The catalog is ONLINE ONLY.
Choose from over 60 high quality catalog items. All purchased items come with detailed bulb information for successful planting. Orders will be mailed to you in time for fall planting.
Go to the YP library website at yarmouthportlibrary.org for more information and the link to the online catalog.
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The library will receive 50% from every bulb purchase. Yarmouth Port is a privately funded library but open to the public so your order will help support its mission to bring current and meaningful resources to library patrons and the community. Thank you!
The deadline for ordering is October 15th. If you have questions about ordering, you can contact Jean O’Toole at 774-212-1580.
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“Under the Spiral Staircase Book Sale” | |
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Our Under the Spiral Staircase Book Sale shelves are stocked with current adult titles, children’s books, puzzles, and more.
All at bargain prices!
For this sale corner, we will continue to accept only 2019-2024 titles (10 or fewer books per visit please) during regular library hours. We add new titles weekly, so check out the sale the next time you visit the library.
Please note - We will resume book donations for our annual Summer book sale in January 2025.
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by Les Peat, Membership Campaign Chair
As a result of the generosity of our patrons, we raised just over $42,000, exceeding our $40,000 goal. On behalf of the Trustees, Corporators, and staff, thanks to all who participated. Thanks also to our generous Business Sponsors.
Please click here to view 2024 Membership Campaign donors.
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Why does YPL have to raise funds? | |
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The Yarmouth Port Library is a privately funded, public library. Your donations provide the operating funds we need to stay open today and in the future.
Click here for further information.
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Board of Trustees
Officers and Trustees
President: Susan Kiehnau
Vice President:
Everett Wilson
Treasurer:
Michael Poissant
Ass't Treasurer: Les Peat
Secretary: Susan Bonnell
Michael Kiehnau
Dinah Wolff
Members of the Corporation
Leslie Altman
Dorothy Halmstad
Mary Ann Hailer
Sally Hockenbury
Lilia Katchmar -
Student Representative
Ralph Menconi
Kim Terrio
Jean O’Toole
Lee Peters
Mary Smith
Melissa Wilson
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Library Staff Administrative Director & Children's Services
Carrie Bearse:
cbearse@clamsnet.org
Circulation, Marketing & VolunteerCoordinator
Carol Riley:
criley@clamsnet.org
Circulation Assistant
Susan Saposnik:
ssaposnik@clamsnet.org
Adult Collection Development, Book Group
Leslie Altman: laltman@clamsnet.org
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