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Monday, October 30th 2023
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Hello reader!
Read on for what's happening at the library.
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Halloween at the Library
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TUESDAY, October 31
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The Library is ready to celebrate Halloween with a variety of activities this week. Come visit and join us!
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Are you trick-or-treating? Stop by the front porch of the Brookline Village Library from 5-7 PM and say hello! Dress in costume, or just show your Halloween spirit, for a candy or non-candy treat. Closer to Coolidge Corner or Putterham? We’ll be handing out treats from the desks too, all afternoon long. Adults and kids of all ages are welcome.
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Drop by the Brookline Village Children's Room to see our new addition to the space: a dollhouse! We're debuting the dollhouse on Halloween, decorated for the night's festivities. Complete our miniature scavenger hunt and get a special Halloween treat (while supplies last). The dollhouse has been decorated by our staff and is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Brookline Public Library.
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Library Concert: Gladius, Virtuoso Flamenco Guitarist
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WEDNESDAY, November 1 at 7 PM
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Music lovers of all ages — join us at the Putterham Library for a classical flamenco guitar concert with touring musician Gladius!
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This event is generously sponsored by the Library Trustees.
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The Visiting Mexican Artists Program:
The Dancing Chickens of Ventura Fabian
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Brookline Village Library
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SATURDAY, November 4 at 2 PM
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Have you seen our art exhibit, The Visiting Mexican Artists Program: The Dancing Chickens of Ventura Fabian, on the main floor of the Brookline Village Library? Want to learn how these wood carvings are made, and the history and culture of the craft? Adults and kids of all ages are invited to this interactive event, featuring a live demonstration of Oaxacan woodcarving and a Q&A session.
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This event is generously sponsored by the Library Trustees.
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FOR ADULTS
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Classic Literature Reading Group
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Brookline Village Library
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Starts WEDNESDAY, November 1 at 7 PM
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Have you always wanted to explore classic literature but never had a chance to read it in a class? Or maybe you want to revisit titles you read when you were in school. Here’s your chance! Guided by Professor David Green, the Classic Literature Reading Group will delve into the work of three renowned writers, with plenty of time for discussion, analysis, and questions. Copies of the readings are available at the Brookline Village Library Circulation Desk. Click here for more information on the Classic Literature Reading Group and the readings.
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Visible Mending for Textiles
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TUESDAY, November 21 at 7 PM
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Do you have any clothing that has rips, pesky stains, or holes that you’d like to mend? Join Mariko Sugimori for an introduction to visible mending, where you’ll learn creative techniques—including patching, sashiko, and darning—to give your well-loved clothing a new life. No experience is needed, and all the mending supplies you need to get started will be provided.
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Registration is required and begins Thursday, November 2 at 6 PM.
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This event is generously sponsored by the Brookline Library Foundation.
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On the Calendar for Adults
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Tuesday, November 14 at 3 PM - Chefs and sisters Mei and Irene Li - co-founders of Mei Mei and authors of Perfectly Good Food - will discuss ways to cook the food you already have and some of their favorite use-it-up recipes, with a special focus on reducing food waste around the holidays.
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Tuesday, November 14 at 7 PM - Brookline poet laureate Jennifer Barber hosts four poets from surrounding towns, each reading four of their original poems.
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FOR TEENS & TWEENS
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Homework Club for Tweens & Teens
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Brookline Village Library
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MONDAY, November 6 at 3 PM
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Join us every Monday in Hunneman Hall for a quiet, productive space to get work done. Basic school supplies, fun drinks, and lo-fi music to study to will all be readily available.
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For tweens and teens in grades 5-12.
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On the Calendar for Teens & Tweens
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FOR KIDS
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Fun on the Farm Storytelling Show
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Brookline Village Library
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SATURDAY, November 4 at 11 AM
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Join us for “Fun on the Farm,” a fun and interactive performance for kids, featuring storyteller Nicolette Nordin Heavey! This is recommended for ages 0-5, but families and kids of all ages are welcome. Free tickets are required and will be available at the Children’s Desk a half hour before the program begins.
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This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Brookline Public Library.
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Build a Chair for a Stuffy
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TUESDAY, November 7 at 3:30 PM
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Join Sherry Eskin as we play with engineering! Today, we’re constructing chairs for our stuffies out of recycled materials. Can your chair stand up and support your stuffy? Together we will discover and have fun! For ages 3 – 5. Limited to 20 kids. Tickets available at the Children’s Desk beginning a half hour before the program.
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This event is generously sponsored by the Brookline Library Foundation.
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On the Calendar for Kids
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Songs with Seth at Coolidge Corner
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Wednesday, November 1 at 10:30 AM - Join local children’s musician Mr. Seth for an interactive family sing-along.
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Monday, November 6 at 3:30 PM - Join special performer Matt Heaton for an interactive singalong.
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Wednesday, November 8 at 2:30 PM - Come one, come all, to a circus like no other!
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Wednesday, November 8 at 6 PM - Join us for another amazing art program for children ages 5 to 9 with the Brookline Arts Center!
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On Display in the Brookline Village Children's Room
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- Babytime at Brookline Village - Tuesday, October 31 at 10:30 AM
- Storytime for Twos and Threes at Brookline Village - Wednesday November 1 at 10:30 AM
- Board Game Club at Brookline Village - Wednesday November 1 at 3 PM
- Playspace at Coolidge Corner - Thursday, November 2 at 10:15 AM
- Building for Babies and Toddlers at Brookline Village - Thursday, November 2 at 10:30 AM
- LEGO Club at Brookline Village - Thursday, November 2 at 3 PM
- Pokémon League at Coolidge Corner - Thursday, November 2 at 5 PM
- Japanese Storytime at Brookline Village - Friday, November 3 at 10:30 AM
- Learn Origami at Putterham - Saturday, November 4 at 2 PM
- Family Storytime at Putterham - Monday, November 6 at 10:30 AM
- Mother Goose on the Loose at Brookline Village - Monday, November 6 at 10:30 AM
- Craft Club at Brookline Village - Monday, November 6 at 3 PM
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