Monday, July 15th 2024

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Read on for what's happening at the library.

Read All the Comics with Comic Plus!

Brookline Village, Coolidge Corner, and Putterham

New eLibrary Resource Available: Comics Plus!

Enjoy unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through your Public Library of Brookline account!

No holds. No wait lists. No limits. Read on your computer, tablet, or phone.

Check out the full Comics Plus collection, or browse the Kids and Teens collections exclusively.

Download the Comics Plus app via the App Store or Google Play.

Pajama Storytime at Putterham

Putterham

Wednesday, July 17 at 7 PM

Grab your PJs and stuffed animals and join us at Putterham for an evening storytime session featuring stories, songs, and pajama fun!

This program is aimed at kids ages 0 to 5 and their grownups and siblings.

K-Crafting with K-Pop in Mass

Coolidge Corner

Saturday, July 20 from 11 AM to 1 PM

Join K-Pop in Mass for “K-Crafting” as we decorate pickets of our favorite idols!

Decoration supplies will be provided, and one picket will be available per person, while supplies last.

K-Pop albums with photos will be available, or you can bring your own picture of your favorite idol to use!

Fixit Clinic at Brookline Village

Brookline Village

Saturday, August 3 from 1 PM - 4 PM

Ever wanted to learn how to fix or repair broken and damaged items you own, like torn clothing or broken electronics, bicycles, computers, toys, or the like? You can learn how at the Fixit Clinic.

We’ll pair you with a volunteer coach who can walk you through diagnosing the problem, disassembling the item as needed, and hopefully fixing whatever the issue is.

Register for the clinic as an attendee, or as a volunteer coach!

This event is open to all and registration is suggested, but not required.

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group

Virtual

First and Third Wednesdays of the Month at 9:30 AM

August 7 - December 18

If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your “Encore Career,” this networking group program is perfect for you!

Join Deborah Hope, MBA, CIC, an experienced executive career coach who will facilitate this professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment.

Learn more about the series, and register via Zoom.

This series is organized by the Massachusetts Library Collaborative.

Medicare 101 with MetroWest SHINE Program

Brookline Village

Thursday, August 8 at 1 PM

Join us for a Medicare 101 educational meeting hosted by the MetroWest SHINE program.

This presentation is an overview of Medicare for people turning 65 or those just signing up for Medicare. We will be discussing Medicare enrollment as well as information about the parts of Medicare and coverage options. The meeting will include time for Q&A.

The MetroWest SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone on Medicare) program provides free, unbiased health insurance counseling for Medicare beneficiaries of all ages and their caregivers, and is funded and administered by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs.

Upcoming Events

Kids' Summer Sessions: Recyclables

Coolidge Corner
Tuesday, July 16 at 5 PM
For children ages 5 to 9 and their families.

Jerry the Butterfly Guy Presents: All About Pollinators (with a T-shirt craft!)

Putterham
Thursday, July 18 at 3:30 PM
For children ages 7 to 11 and their families.

Let's Make Kawaii Bento Together!

Coolidge Corner
Thursday, July 18 at 3:30 PM
This program has sold out - You may join the waitlist!
For children ages 8+ and their families.

Pajama Storytime

Coolidge Corner
Thursday, July 18 at 6:15 PM
For children ages 0 to 5 and their grownups and siblings.

ELL Workshop: Practice English while Making Art

Brookline Village
Friday, July 19 at 10:30 AM
Register here!
For Adults.

Graphic Novel Group

Brookline Village
Now Hybrid - Join in-person or on Zoom!
Monday, July 22 at 7 PM
For Adults.

On the Calendar for Adults

Tuesday, July 16
10:30 AM
Wednesday, July 16 1:30pm
This Week's Movie: "One Life"
Wednesday, July 17
1:15 PM
Friday, July 19
10:30 AM
Monday, July 22
3 PM

On the Calendar for Kids, Tweens, and Teens

Tuesday, July 16
10:30 AM
Thursday, July 18
10 AM
Tuesday, July 16
3 PM
Thursday, July 18
10:15 AM
Friday, July 19
10:30 AM
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