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In this issue: Holiday Book Sale - Gingerbread House - Poetry Reading - Adult Programs - Virtual Films at Fowler - Teen Programs - Children's Programs
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2024 Holiday Book Sale
Friday, December 6, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 7, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 8, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Goodwin Forum, Main Library
Don't miss the 2024 Holiday Book Sale which is well underway (pictured). The book sale is full of nearly-new or gently used books, movies, music CDs and other materials for adults, teens and children. Come for your holiday shopping and have a fun time. Sponsored by the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library.
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Dr. Resciniti's Gingerbread House Has Arrived | |
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The Concord Free Public Library's holiday season would not be complete without the magnificent gingerbread houses made by Dr. Resciniti. A few days ago, Dr. Resciniti, with the help of her friends, delivered this year's gingerbread house to the Main Library, now on display in the Lobby until mid-January.
This is the 30th gingerbread house Dr. Resciniti, a surgeon at Emerson Hospital, has crafted and donated to the Concord Free Public Library since 1993. The new gingerbread house is made of 28 batches of gingerbread. It took her one month to make. It is the tallest gingerbread house ever made by Dr. Resciniti.
We thank Dr. Resciniti (pictured with the new gingerbread house) for her time and generosity.
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Poetry at the Library with Eve F. W. Linn & Leslie Williams
Sunday, December 8, 3:00 - 4:15 p.m.
Trustees Room, Main Library
Join us for a memorable afternoon reading by the Carlisle-based poet Eve F.W. Linn and the Newton-based poet Leslie Williams, along with a Q & A about their inspirations and craft.
Eve F. W. Linn reads from her debut collection Album of Not (Nixes Mate Press, 2024) which “examines the female experience through poems that channel women whose lives defied the patriarchy: Frida Kahlo, Sarah Bernhardt and Francesca Woodman. Leslie Williams reads from her third collection Matters for You Alone (Slant Books, May 2024), a spiritual exploration of friendship: its shapes and duties, stresses and blames—and its absolute necessity.
Followed by Book signings and light refreshments. Sponsored by the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library.
[Register for Poetry Reading]
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Virtual Group Meditation
Thursday, December 12, 8:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Zoom
Join Lara Wilson for a 30-minute morning meditation practice with the Concord Free Public Library and start your day with a moment of ease. Discover mindful tools that center the body, settle the mind and open the door to wellbeing. [Register for Meditation Zoom Link]
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Write On! Self-publishing Seminar
Thursday, December 12, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Goodwin Forum, Main Library
In this seminar, led by MIT-trained scientist and author Dora Farkas, PhD, you will learn about the options of self-publishing and the estimated costs, allowing you to keep creative control of your book while sharing your message with the world. Please bring a notebook and something to write with. This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library. [Register for Write On!]
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Meet Cute Book Club
Thursday, December 12, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Trustees Room, Main Library
Join Library staff and discuss the most lucrative genre in publishing: Romance. This month we will discus Season of Love by Helena Greer. Copies of the book are available at both the Main Library and Fowler Branch. Mocktails (non-alcoholic) will be served at the meeting. [Register for Meet Cute Book Club]
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Ways to Wellbeing with Lara Wilson: A Mindful Practice for the Library community
Saturday, December 14, 9:15 - 10:00 a.m.
Main Library
Community members are invited to meet at the Main Library's Sudbury Road vestibule and choose either a walk to Emerson Field (weather permitting), or gathering in the Library to try simple mindful practices that settle the nervous system. Please join us to relieve stress and inspire collective wellness. This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library. [Register for Ways to Wellbeing]
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SoulCollage® Creative Workshop: Celebrating Gratitude
Saturday, December 14, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Goodwin Forum, Main Library
SoulCollage® is a creative and fun process of using your intuition and imagination to create a personal deck of collaged cards. In this workshop you will learn about the SoulCollage® practice and create at least one completed card that reflects what you are grateful for in 2024. This SoulCollage® workshop is led by Lauren Owenmark, ATR-BC, LPC. This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library. [Register for SoulCollage]
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Virtual Films at Fowler: An Extra Added Attraction | |
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A Man and a Woman (1966)
Wednesday, December 11, 7:00 p.m.
(Discussion Date on Zoom)
A man and a woman, both widowed, meet at the boarding school their children attend. They take walks, eat in restaurants, and drive in the rain, all to the astonishingly lyrical music of Francis Lai (the soundtrack album for the film was a bestseller). The film is directed by Claude Lelouch and starring Anouk Aimée and Jean-Louis Trintignant.
This film is not on the original schedule for the fall, but is included as an Extra Added Attraction—a holiday bonbon—for the end of the year.
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. Virtual Films at Fowler is sponsored by the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library.
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Teen Video Game Tournament
Tuesday, December 17, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Teen Lounge, Main Library
Prizes are up for grabs at this Jackbox Party Pack 7 tournament, but bring your deodorant because the competition in this free-for-all Rube Goldberg racer is gonna be extra sweaty (figuratively and literally, probably). [Register for Teen Video Game Tournament]
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Main Library Children's Programs | |
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Fall Storytime Schedule
All Storytimes are drop-in unless otherwise noted.
Crafty Tuesday, Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Todler Storytime, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. & Baby Snugglebugs Storytime, Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.
Storytime at Main, Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.
Alphabet Storytime, Fridays, 10:30 a.m.
Yoga & Movement Storytime, Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.
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Musical Monday: Julie Stepanek
Monday, December 9, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
Goodwin Forum, Main Library
Featuring songs you know and some songs you might not know, join musician Julie Stepanek and stretch, stomp, sing, and shake out your sillies--all to the sweet sounds of the ukulele. Musical Monday Series is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library. No registration required.
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Innovative Currents: Outdoor Learning in K-8 Education
Tuesday, December 10, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Goodwin Forum, Main Library
This presentation aims to unite us in contemplating the role of education in our community. We will hear from educators who use more holistic approaches that increase access to the outdoors. Then we will discuss the impact of exercise and sunlight on learning, the benefits and challenges of teaching outside, and the potential for these factors to converge and optimize social, emotional, cognitive, and academic growth. Presented in partnership with Concord-Carlisle Regional SEPAC. [Register for Innovative Currents]
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Nutcracker Reading with Commonwealth Ballet
Wednesday, December 11, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Goodwin Forum, Main Library
Join us for a reading of the classic tale The Nutcracker. Several ballet dancers from the Commonwealth Ballet Company will help bring the story to life in their elegant and colorful costumes as the story is read aloud. This is a wonderful opportunity for children to see and meet their favorite characters from the beloved tale. The dancers will be available to answer questions and pose for photos with the children after the reading. This program is recommended for children ages 4+. No registration required.
For more Children's programs at the Main Library, visit here.
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Fowler Branch Children's Programs | |
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Musical Morning with Ricardo at Fowler (Ages 7 & under)
Saturday, December 7, 11:00 - 11:45 a.m.
Meeting Room, Fowler Branch
Ricardo Rosales will join us on the first Saturday of each month for a special music class in Spanish and English. Expand your musical and language skills. This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library. No registration required.
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