Monday, August 5th 2024

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Read on for what's happening at the library.

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.

Make Your Own Book

Brookline Village

Tuesday, August 6 at 4 PM

Have you ever wanted to be a published author? Now is your chance! Stop by the Rabbit Hole between 4-5 PM to write and illustrate your very own hardcover book to take home.

This is a drop-in program, but space and materials may be limited. This program is for kids ages 5-9.

This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Brookline Public Library.

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.

Little Groove Family Concert

Thursday, August 8 from 10:30 to 11:10 AM

In this fun and interactive 40-minute concert, children ages 0-5 and their caregivers will move and sing along with a musician from Little Groove.

Little Groove classes are tailor-made to help your little ones learn and interact with music. Children use real instruments such as drums, shakers, and tambourines, giving them a hands-on experience and fostering a love for music.

This program is recommended for kids ages 0-5 and their families.

This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Brookline Public Library.

Helping Endangered Species

with Joys of Nature

Session 1 and Session 2

Coolidge Corner

Monday, August 12 at 10:30 AM (Session 1) and 3:30 PM (Session 2)

What is an endangered species? Why are many animals and their habitats disappearing?

Learn about endangered species in the wild here in New England, and around the world, and what we can all do to help them. Don’t miss meeting some of their animal relatives up close and personal – including a crocodilian!

We’re offering two 30 minute sessions of this program (both identical)! The first is at 10:30 AM and the second is at 3:30 PM.

Capacity is limited due to room safety requirements, so tickets for this session can be picked up on a first come, first served basis at the children’s desk starting at 3 PM on the day of the event.

This program is recommended for kids ages 5-9 and their families.

Upcoming Events

Armchair Travel to French Wine Regions

Virtual
Tuesday, August 6 at 10:30 AM
For adults.

Pups @ Putterham: Read to a Dog!

Putterham
Tuesday, August 6 at 10:30 AM
For kids grades K-4.
Sessions are 15 minutes and registration is required - book here!

Queer Reading Group

Brookline Village, Virtual
Wednesday, August 8 at 7 PM
Hybrid - Conference Room and via Zoom (Register Here)

The Poop Museum

Putterham
Saturday, August 10 at 2 PM

Kindergarten Transition: Florida Ruffin Ridley

Coolidge Corner
Sunday, August 11 at 2:30 PM
Incoming kindergarten students at the Florida Ruffin Ridley School are invited to join us with their families.

Midday Monday Mystery Book Group

Coolidge Corner, Virtual
Monday, August 12 at 12:30 PM
Hybrid - Meeting Room and via Zoom (Register Here)

On the Calendar for Adults

Tuesday, August 6
1:30 PM
This Week's Movie:
The Boys in the Boat
Wednesday, August 7
1:15 PM
Friday, August 9
10:30 AM

On the Calendar for Kids, Tweens, and Teens

Tuesday, August 6
10:30 AM
Wednesday, August 7
10:30 AM
Thursday, August 8
10 AM
Thursday, August 8
10:15 AM
Thursday, August 8
4 PM
Monday, August 12
10:30 AM
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