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- In this issue: Introducing Minuteman Mobile - Adult Programs - Special Collections Programs - Poetry at the Library - Virtual Films at Fowler - Children's Programs
| | Introducing Minuteman Mobile App | | |
A new Minuteman Library Network App, Minuteman Mobile, is now available at your App store.
This App will replace the former version of the Minuteman App. Users of the former App will need to install Minuteman Mobile by June 1, 2025 as the old App will no longer be available for use as of that date.
To install Minuteman Mobile, you will need your library card number and the password or PIN associated with your library account. Please visit here if you need to reset your PIN or password or stop by the Library.
[Download Minuteman Mobile from the Apple App Store] [Download Minuteman Mobile from the Google Play Store]
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Fowler Afoot
Wednesday, April 30, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Fowler Branch
We will meet at the Fowler Branch Library at 10:00 a.m. and then walk together on the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail. For April and Earth Month we will read John Vaillant's 2023 book Fire Weather: A True Story from a Hotter World. Copies are available for pickup at Fowler Branch and the eAudiobook and ebook are available from Libby. [Register for Fowler Afoot]
| | Special Collections Programs | | |
A Conversation on the Intersection of Art and Nature – with Dr. Jennifer S. Tafe
Tuesday, Apr 29, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Goodwin Forum, Main Library
Join us for an evening of art, birds, conservation, and history, as we explore the wonder of nature at the intersection of art and birds.
Dr. Jennifer S. Tafe, Director. of Mass Audubon’s Museum of American Bird Art (MABA), will share some of the incredible art from MABA’s collection, including the story behind the striking Bald Eagle silkscreen painting by Andy Warhol on display at the Main Library in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Come explore the world of birds as seen through the eyes of artists. Mass Audubon has been inextricably linked with art since its founding in 1896, commissioning the best wildlife artists of the day to create works of art meant to educate and inspire the people of Massachusetts.
[Register for Art and Nature Talk]
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Poetry at the Library Presents Megan Marshall & David Gullette
Sunday, May 4, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Goodwin Forum, Main Library
Join us for an exhilarating afternoon featuring scholar, writer, and biographer Megan Marshall who will perform the play she authored, Meet Scott Harney, with David Gullette, Literary Director of The Poets’ Theatre. The play weaves a narrative around nine of Scott Harney’s poems, published in his posthumous collection, The Blood of San Gennaro (Arrowsmith 2020). Megan and David will perform as a duo, with David reading Scott’s poems and Megan reading the narration. Afterwards, Megan will discuss her work in publishing Scott’s poetry and creating this remarkable play.
Book signings and light refreshments follow. Poetry at the Library is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library.
[Register for Poetry at the Library]
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You Can Count on Me (2000)
Wednesday, May 7, 7:00 p.m.
(Discussion Date on Zoom)
Starring Laura Linney, Mark Ruffalo, Rory Culkin, and Matthew Broderick, this film follows a single mother living in a small Catskill Mountains town, whose life is disrupted when her struggling, unreliable, rarely seen younger brother returns to stay with her. Winner of Best Picture and Best Screenplay at the Sundance Film Festival.
Please watch the film on Kanopy before the discussion. To register for the discussion and receive a Zoom link, send an email to the Coordinator of the program Randall Warniers at FilmsatFowler@concordlibrary.org. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library.
[View Spring 2025 Film Discussion Schedule]
| | Main Library Children's Programs | | |
Weekly Storytime Schedule
All Storytimes are drop-in unless noted otherwise.
Crafty Tuesday, Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Baby Snugglebugs, Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.
Storytime at Main, Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.
Alphabet Storytime, Fridays, 10:30 a.m.
Yoga & Movement, Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.
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Musical Monday: Alan Goodrich
Monday, April 28, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
Goodwin Forum, Main Library
Musical Monday returns - Enjoy music and stories with Alan Goodrich. Alan is a guitarist and singer-songwriter/solo performer who presents live music concerts "for kids of all ages" including classic and current children's songs and original songs. Music Monday series is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library. No registration required.
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Literacy in Latin (Ages 7 - 10)
Saturday, May 3, 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Children's Activity Room, Main Library
Do you like the Percy Jackson series? Are you interested in Roman mythology? Would you like to learn about Latin? Join us for an introduction to the Latin language. [Register for Literacy in Latin]
For more Children's programs at our Main Library, visit here.
| | Fowler Children's Programs | | |
Earth Day Storytime at Fowler (Ages 5 & under)
Saturday, April 26, 11:00 - 11:45 a.m.
Meeting Room or Backyard, Fowler Branch
To celebrate Earth Day, please join us for a special Saturday Storytime in collaboration with the Concord-Carlisle High School Green Team and the Concord Chapter of Mothers Out Front. After songs and stories, there will be the opportunity to make your own mini greenhouse, using recycled gallon jugs and then plant native seeds that you will be able to transplant in the coming months. No registration required.
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