News, Information, and Fun Things to Do
from the
Middleborough Public Library
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January 12, 2022
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Reminder: You Can Help Create a
Murder Mystery This Saturday
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We have a few seats available for this weekend's Candlestick in the Library program, so sign up and be part of the audience that will participate in the improvisational making of a murder mystery.
On Sat., Jan. 15 at 1:00 p.m. we'll present an afternoon of murder, mystery, mayhem and fun led by Jeannette de Beauvoir, author of the Sydney Riley Provincetown mystery series. Participants will help supply the victim(s), sidekick, murderer and more, eventually putting the entire story together.
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In less than 80 minutes, you’ll have created a (semi)-coherent story to rival Agatha Christie—but having a lot more fun than Agatha ever did!
This program is generously supported by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library, and is free to attend. Registration is required due to COVID-19 restrictions and seating is limited. Call 508/946-2470 or email Reference/Adult Services Librarian Libby Fox.
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Photo and craft courtesy of atthepicketfence.com. |
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A Valentine's Day Cracker for Your Sweetheart |
The Brits call them "crackers" and we call them "poppers," but we can all agree that they're sweet fun.
Adults ages 18+ can reserve a take-and-make craft kit starting today and pick it up at the Library between Mon., Jan. 31 and Mon., Feb 14. Each kit contains everything you need to make a Valentine's Day surprise for your sweetie, although contents may vary from the photo shown here.
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Middleboro's Top 10 Reads for Adults in 2021
Curious about what we were all reading this past year? Take a look at the top 10 books checked out at the Middleboro Public Library during 2021. (This ranking includes all print copies of each title: hard cover, paperback and large print.)
The only repeat authors from 2020 were (to exactly no one's surprise...) James Patterson and John Grisham, although both had two books in the top 10 last year, and just one this year.
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The Four Winds, by Kristin Hannah
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A Gambling Man, by David Baldacci
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Eternal, by Lisa Scottoline
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Sooley, by John Grisham
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Hour of the Witch, by Chris Bohjalian
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The Wife Upstairs, by Rachel Hawkins
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Dark Sky, by C.J. Box
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We Begin at the End, by Chris Whitaker
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21st Birthday, by James Patterson
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Golden Girl, by Elin Hilderbrand
We have copies of all these popular titles in both our print and digital collections, so stop by sometime to see what all the fuss was about. You can also place a copy on hold any time by clicking on the book title above, or by visiting OverDrive for an e-copy.
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Drop In for a Fun Lego Afternoon |
Stop by the Large Meeting Room downstairs at 4:00 p.m. on Tues., Jan. 18 for Lego Afternoon.
Create a Lego masterpiece using the Library's bricks. Space is on a first-come, first-served basis. One table per family or group, and social distancing is encouraged.
This program is generously supported by the Friends of the Middleborough Public Library.
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Save the Date!
Join us on Sat., Jan. 29 from 10:00 a.m. to noon and make a valentine for your valentine!
Using the library's supplies you can cut, stamp and color your creations in the large meeting room. No registration is required, and all ages are welcome.
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The Return of Tiny Tots Happens January 26 |
Wednesdays mean the return of Tiny Tots. Our first meeting will take place Wed., Jan. 26 at 10:30 a.m. and continue every Wednesday through Feb. 16. Join us for a story, songs and rhymes that build early literacy skills.
We'll meet outdoors at the park near Pierce Playground just down the street from the Library. Social distancing is encouraged. In the case of inclement weather, Tiny Tots will move indoors with limited capacity and online using Zoom. Please bring a blanket or seat when meeting outdoors.
This program is geared toward babies and kids up to 3 years old, and their caregiver(s). Siblings are always welcome. To sign up for program updates and the inclement weather list for the Zoom link, please call the Library at 508/946-2470.
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Woof! Reading with Miss Marilyn's Spaniels is Back |
Ms. Marilyn and her credentialed family therapy pets will be running a winter session of their reading program at the Library. Sign your child up for a 20-minute slot including a meet-and-greet and then reading time. Children can practice and improve their reading skills in a relaxed and non-judgmental atmosphere.
Sessions continue on Thursdays from 4:00-6:00 p.m. through February 10.
Call 508/946-2470 or stop by the Library to sign up. Please only sign up for two sessions at first in order to allow others a chance to participate. This program will meet in the large meeting room and registration is required.
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Six of the Best YA Books of 2021 |
Here are six of the best teen reads published in 2021. Try one and see for yourself! |
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Sixteen-year-old indentured beastkeeper Koffi and seventeen-year-old warrior candidate Ekon forge an unusual alliance and venture into the Greater Jungle to hunt down a monster that has been menacing their city for a century. Gr. 9+
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Daunis, who is part Ojibwe, defers attending the University of Michigan to care for her mother and reluctantly becomes involved in the investigation of a series of drug-related deaths. Gr. 10+
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When 17-year-old Nora O'Malley, the daughter of a con artist, is taken hostage in a bank heist, every secret she is keeping close begins to unravel. Gr. 9+
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After picking up a book from the library, Yvette--who has given up on love--gains the ability to see how other people's romantic relationships will end. Gr. 7+
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Blackout by Dhonielle Clayton and others
Six critically acclaimed, best-selling and award-winning authors celebrate Black teen love in this interlinked novel of heartwarming and hilarious stories that shine a bright light through the dark. Gr. 9+
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When his best friend, Delaney, gets them both full rides to an elite prep school in Connecticut, Cash must choose between his need to love and protect Delaney and his loyalty to his grandparents and their small Appalachian town. Gr. 9+
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"Book Blurbs" -- What We've Been Reading/Watching |
Periodically, we bring you a brief Book Blurb from the staff about what we've been reading/watching/playing.
First up this week, a recommendation from Library Technician Stephanie Nelson. Scary Stories for Young Foxes, by Christian McKay Heidicker. Stephanie writes, "When the darkness falls (and perhaps even as the snow falls), curl up in a pile of blankets with this book in hand and pretend you are in a fox den. It brings you on an interesting and sometimes gruesome journey through the perils of being a fox pup. It's a story of survival and unexpected relationships, that also includes a dark twist on a certain beloved children's author.
Geared for middle school-aged kids and up, but even adults will enjoy."
Click on the blue linked title above to place a hold on a print copy in the SAILS catalog, or click on the book cover image to place a hold for the ebook in OverDrive.
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Next, a recommendation from Head of Technical Services Lori Salotto who recently finished watching the first season of Wheel of Time, based on the beloved book series by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson.
Lori notes, "Amazon wanted its own Game of Thrones mega hit so they took Jordan's 14-book series and turned it into a TV series. I haven't read the books yet, and those who have may have issues with how things are portrayed in the new show, but for someone new to Jordan's world, I very much enjoyed the program."
Click on the blue title above to place a hold for Book 1 of the series, The Eye of the World, in print or audiobook format. For the ebook or digital audiobook versions, click here to place a hold in OverDrive.
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Everything You Always Wanted to Know
About OverDrive and the Libby App But
Were Afraid to Ask
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We bet lots of you are enjoying borrowing library books with the Libby app on new devices you received as Christmas gifts.
To make managing those e-books even easier, Overdrive offers live "push notifications." You can choose which notifications you'd like to receive from the Libby menu under Manage Notifications, including: when a hold becomes available, when a loan is about to expire, when a loan has expired, and more.
Notifications are device-specific, so you can set notification preferences for each device you use Libby on.
Haven't discovered Libby yet? Download the app here.
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There's Still Time to Support the Library at Hannaford |
The Middleborough Public Library was selected by Hannaford to be the latest beneficiary of their Bloomin 4 Good program. For every $12 Bloomin' 4 Good Bouquet sold throughout January, the Library will receive a $1 donation from Hannaford. Look for the red sticker pictured here on bouquets at the store located at 8 Merchants Way in Middleboro.
The Bloomin' 4 Good Program from Hannaford provides a way for shoppers to give back with every floral bouquet sold. Every Bloomin' 4 Good Bouquet sold makes an impact on non-profits in the local community.
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New Hours
Monday - Thursday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Closed Friday & Sunday
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