Fall 2024

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

Yarmouth Port Library...Where you find more than just books for readers young and old.

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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President's Message

LIBRARY HOURS


Sunday       Closed     

Monday       Closed    

Tuesday 

10 AM — 3 PM

Wednesday

10 AM — 3 PM

Thursday   

10 AM — 6 PM

Friday

10 AM — 3 PM

Saturday    

10 AM — Noon


Curbside Pickup Available


Contact Information:


Phone: 508-362-3717


Email: yarp_mail@clamsnet.org


Website: yarmouthportlibrary.org

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Mark Your Calendars

(Scroll below for details)  


Annual Spaghetti Supper


Sunday, October 27th


Jack's Outback II


Two sittings:

5 PM & 6:30 PM

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Interested in Helping the Program Committee?


The library Program Committee would like to extend an invitation to our patrons. If you have an interest in being a part of the ideas generated and of the planning of the wonderful programs offered, we would love to hear from you.


Call the library at 508-362-3717 and leave your name and phone number; someone from the committee will contact you.

President's Message

    by Susan Kiehnau, President


A few new faces have appeared at Yarmouth Port Library in recent months. I write as the new Board President, succeeding Brian Dudley who held this position for the past year. We thank Brian for his service, and we welcome Kim Terrio and Mary Anne Hailer as our newest YPL Board members.


I hope everyone has had a wonderful summer; it’s hard not to when you live on Cape Cod. The library kicked off the summer with its annual Book and Plant Sale on June 22nd. On July 11th, the library participated in the Hydrangea Festival with four gardens on the tour. Thanks for making these events so successful!


In late July, the Board of Trustees met with three architects about improvements that can be made on the interior of the library. Stay tuned for their recommendations and improvements in the upcoming months and years.


This fall, the library is planning to have its annual Spaghetti Supper on Sunday, October 27th at Jack’s Outback II in Yarmouth Port with seatings at 5 PM and 6:30 PM. We are thrilled that the new owner of Jack’s, Luis Calle, has agreed to host the event this year so that we can continue this YPL tradition. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend. Tickets will go on sale in mid-October. Also in October, the library will participate in the Yarmouth Port Common Halloween Haunt on October 31st.


Also, please remember that the library’s Annual Bulb Sale is now underway. It is very easy to order and besides beautifying your garden, this is a great way to help support YPL! Further information is below.


As we go to print, our Programs and Events Committees are working on finalizing our fall 2024 schedule. Information on events and programs is listed below in the Yardarm and on our website. Please remember to check the website for detailed information and for upcoming events. 


We look forward to seeing you at the library!

Administrative Director’s &

Children's Services Report

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.

Thacher Children's Room - click here for details.

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.

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.

Fall Programs - click here for additional details.

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.

  

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.

Ongoing Events - Click here for details.

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.

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.



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.



Book Groups - click here for details.

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!

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.

Fall Reading Picks

New Releases & Spotlight Books


Click on the links below to help you select your fall reading list!


New Releases


New Spotlight Books

Fall Bulb Sale!

ATTENTION GARDENERS — BULB SALE!

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.

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.


“Under the Spiral Staircase Book Sale”

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.

2024 Membership Campaign

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.

Business Sponsors

Mark Baker House

Painting Services 

Bass River Pediatrics

Buyer Brokers of Cape Cod/Churchill Associates

Downcape Engineering

Horgan Insurance

Jack's Outback II

John A. Grant, Esq.

Just Picked Gifts

Marshall K. Lovelette Insurance

Agency

Royal II Restaurant and Grill

Sesuit Landscapes

Talin Bookbindery

Voila! Designs by Frederique

Why does YPL have to raise funds?

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.

FYI...

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

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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