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Hello reader!
Read on for what's happening at the library.
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Climate Justice – Addressing the
Disproportionate Impacts of Climate Change
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WEDNESDAY, July 20 at 7 PM
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Climate change is often described as an environmental problem with scientific solutions, but it’s more than that. Where does social justice and climate change overlap? How does identity (race, ethnicity, gender, etc.) influence the way a person will be impacted by climate change? And how can we, as concerned community members, fight climate change in a way that is just and equitable for all?
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Join Nia Keith, social justice educator and climate activist, as we examine the connection between societal inequities and climate impacts. Then we’ll discuss ways to support the most dynamic climate justice initiatives today, led by youth and People of Color around the world.
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This program is in partnership with the Ashland Public Library. This event is generously sponsored by the Library Trustees.
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Bunny Basics with the House Rabbit Network
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Brookline Village Library
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TUESDAY, July 19 at 3 PM
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Everybody loves some bunny! The House Rabbit Network and their furry friends are coming to the Library to tell us what kinds of things their shelter volunteers do, what it’s like to adopt and care for a house rabbit, and go over some fun bunny basics! This program is recommended for ages 5 – 9 but kids and families of all ages are welcome!
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This program will be outdoors at Brookline Village on the lawn between the Library and Town Hall. If the weather is not suitable for an outdoor program, the program will be moved to Hunneman Hall. Any location change will be announced on Library social media and our calendar listing will be updated. This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Brookline Public Library.
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Working with Dangerous Animals – Hybrid
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WEDNESDAY, July 20 at 6:30 PM
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Venomous snakes, massive pythons, alligators, and polar bears, oh my! Join us for a hybrid presentation with Joy Marzolf from Joys of Nature to discover what it’s like to work with dangerous animals. Find out what some scientists are learning about venomous snakes by studying them in the wild and captivity. Learn how animal keepers and scientists stay safe when working with captive alligators or wild crocodiles. Why is it important to train captive polar bears, sea lions, and even sea otters in zoos? Don’t miss meeting some live animals at the end, including Penelope the alligator!
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This is a hybrid program. You can join us in-person in the Putterham Library Meeting Room, or you can attend this program virtually on Zoom. Registration is required for Zoom attendance. Click here to register for this program on Zoom.
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This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Brookline Public Library.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Flubber Making in the Library
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TUESDAY, July 19 at 3 PM
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Location change: Our flubber making program is now taking place in the Coolidge Corner Library Meeting Room.
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Join us for a fun science experiment: making flubber! We will be using liquid watercolors, glue, shaving foam, and other ingredients for this craft, so be sure to dress in clothes you can get messy!
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This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Brookline Public Library.
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ideaSPACE Make & Meet: D&DIY Dice Bags
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Brookline Village Library
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MONDAY, July 25 at 7 PM
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Want to make something awesome and meet the Library’s ideaSPACE tools up close? Then ideaSPACE Make & Meet is for you! These drop-in, hands-on activities are designed to give you a chance to ask questions and get creative with some of our favorite machines in the collection.
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Do you like to collect dice? People of all ages are welcome to create a design that will be laser etched onto a faux leather dice bag that you can take home and stitch together! Everything you need will be provided, just bring your creativity! This program runs 7-8 PM, and your dice bag kits will be made available at a later date after your designs have been etched onto them.
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This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Brookline Public Library.
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Camping on the Moon: NASA Ambassadors
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WEDNESDAY, July 27 at 3 PM
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Have you ever looked up at the moon at night and wondered what it would be like to visit? Imagine going on a camping trip to the Moon! How would you get there and what do you think you’ll find when you land?
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Join NASA Solar System Ambassador Pat Monteith for a camping trip to the Moon. She’ll have some fun activities including balloon rockets and creating your own diorama of a Moon landing to take home with you. For children in grades 2 and up.
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This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Brookline Public Library.
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Outdoor Puppet Storytime
with Through Me to You Puppetry
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THURSDAY, July 28 at 10:30 AM
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Join us for a fun and interactive puppet storytime with Leigh Baltzer from Through Me to You Puppetry. This program is recommended for ages 0 – 5, but kids and families of all ages are welcome!
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This program will be outdoors at the Putterham Library. If the weather is not suitable for an outdoor program, it will be moved inside to the Meeting Room. Any location change will be announced on Library social media and our calendar listing will be updated.
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This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Brookline Public Library.
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ONGOING PROGRAMS
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Each week the Library holds many regularly occurring programs for adults and kids of all ages. Check out what's happening this week – and click on the links for more information and sign-ups!
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- Outdoor Summer Storytime at the Brookline Village Library - Tuesday, July 19 at 10:30 AM
- Picnic Storytime at the Putterham Library - Tuesday, July 19 at 11 AM
- Storytime at the Coolidge Corner Library - Wednesday, July 20 at 10:30 AM
- Virtual Caffe Italiano - Wednesday, July 20 at 12:15 PM
- Outdoor French Storytime at the Brookline Village Library - Thursday, July 21 at 10:30 AM
- Movie Matinee at the Coolidge Corner Library - Thursday, July 21 at 1:15 PM, screening this week: American Underdog
- Hybrid Boabom Meditation at the Brookline Village Library - Thursday, July 21 at 6 PM
- Hybrid Read & Meet Book Group at the Coolidge Corner Library - Thursday, July 21 at 7 PM
- Gentle Chair Yoga at the Putterham Library or online - Friday, July 22 at 10:30 AM
- Japanese Storytime at the Coolidge Corner Library - Friday, July 22 at 10:30 AM
- English Club at the Brookline Village Library - Friday, July 22 at 11 AM
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