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Hello reader!
Read on for what's happening at the library.
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MinuteMan Library Cards must renewed every five years to make sure account information is up to date. When it comes time to renew your Library Card, you can now do so yourself online with eRenew!
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When you get a renewal notice, you can now log into your account online, easily update your information, and renew your card for another five years.
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3D Printing Available at Brookline Village
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3D Printing Fabrication Requests are Now Open
3D Printing is back through ideaSPACE at the Brookline Village branch!
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Cultivating Community, Weaving Nature Exhibit
by Brookline Pollinator Pathway
Created in 2023 by Brookline residents concerned about the decline in insect population, the Brookline Pollinator Pathway mission is to plant native gardens that increase insect biodiversity, improve ecosystems, support wildlife and improve soil health.
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There will also be a public opening reception for the exhibit on October 7th from 7-8:30 PM in Hunneman Hall.
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Tuesday, October 8 at 7 PM
Drawing on his own lived experiences as a late-diagnosed autistic and those of other autistic individuals, Sam Farmer, author of A Long Walk Down a Winding Road - Small Steps, Challenges, & Triumphs Through an Autistic Lens, will discuss those societal forces which have been contributing to greater acceptance of autism and those that continue to undermine it. A short presentation on this topic will be followed by Q&A with the attendees and book signings.
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Sam Farmer is an information technology consultant, neurodiversity community self-advocate, writer/author, public speaker and adviser for Floreo, a company that leverages virtual reality technology in teaching life skills for neurodiverse individuals. Diagnosed later in life as autistic, he writes blogs and articles, records podcasts and presents at libraries, conferences and for corporations and autism community organizations, sharing stories and thoughts as to how one can achieve greater happiness and success in the face of challenge and adversity.
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A Long Walk Down a Winding Road - Small Steps, Challenges, & Triumphs Through an Autistic Lens is his first book. To learn more, visit www.samfarmerauthor.com
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Wednesday, October 9 from 3:30 to 5 PM
Join us for an Urban Nature Walk of Brookline with Naturalist Rebecca Arnoldi, starting at the Coolidge Corner branch!
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Identify and learn about some of the beautiful trees that call Brookline home.
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Tickets for this event will be available starting at 2:30pm on Wednesday, Oct 9th.
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Only 18 tickets will be available. First come, first served.
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Wednesday, October 9 at 7 PM
Join us for an evening of poetry! Four poets will read four pieces from their new and recent poetry collections.
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Featuring Deborah Leipziger (Story & Bone), Jacob Strautmann (New Vrindaban), Jason Tandon (This Far North), and Leslie Williams (Matters for You Alone), followed by a brief Q & A.
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Hosted by Brookline poet laureate Jennifer Barber.
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Thursday, October 10 at 1 PM
This one is for book lovers!
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Don’t miss a fun and fascinating conversation with author Madeline Martin about her newest release, The Booklover’s Library, as well as several of her other book-related books such as The Keeper of Hidden Books and The Librarian Spy.
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Saturday, October 12 from 11:30 AM to 1 PM
Learn about bike safety and how to commute safely in Boston with David Wean!
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Sunday, October 13 at 2:30 PM
Calling all graphic novel lovers and artists!
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Learn how comics are made and create your own with Boston area cartoonist and comic artist LJ-Baptiste.
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This program is recommended for ages 6-9.
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Space is limited - tickets can be picked up on a first come, first served basis at the children’s desk starting at 2 PM on the day of the program.
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Wednesday, October 16 from 9:30 to 11:30 AM
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.
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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!
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The Massachusetts Library Collaborative’s 50+ Job Seekers Group meets via Zoom on the first and third Wednesdays of the month from 9:30 – 11:30AM.
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All meetings will be recorded and available to registrants for for 30 days.
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The schedule of meeting themes is as follows:
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- Oct. 16: Thinking Outside The Box
- Nov. 6: Networking
- Nov. 20: Interview Strategies
- Dec. 4: Interview Practice
- Dec. 18: Marketing Plan
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This series is generously sponsored by the Brookline Library Foundation.
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Upcoming Events
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Tuesday, October 8 from 3 to 4 PM
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This week's craft will be shrinky dinks! No registration required. For Tweens and Teens in Grades 5-12.
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Thursday, October 10 from 11 AM to 12:30 PM
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Thursday, October 10 from 3 to 4 PM
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This week's craft will be shrinky dinks! No registration required. For Tweens and Teens in Grades 5-12.
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Thursday, October 10 from 3:30 to 4:30
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No registration required. As supplies last. For Tweens in grades 5-6 (ages 10-13) only.
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RESCHEDULING - This program is being reschedule for a future date to be announced.
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Friday, October 11 at 12 PM
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Join us for a social hour that features guest speakers sharing their knowledge across a diverse range of topics. No registration required.
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Saturday, October 12 from 2 to 4 PM
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This is a drop in program for Adults (ages 19+). No registration is required - feel free to stop in and stay for as long or as little as you like.
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Saturday, October 19, at 10:30 AM
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On the Calendar for Adults
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Resumes Tuesday, October 15
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On the Calendar for Kids, Tweens, and Teens
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