Monday, November 11th 2024

Hello reader!

Read on for what's happening at the library.

Matt Heaton Family Singalong

Brookline Village

Saturday, November 16 at 11 AM

Join special performer Matt Heaton for an interactive singalong! This program is for families and kids of all ages but may be most appealing to kids ages 0-5. This will be a thirty minute concert. We can’t wait to sing along with you!

About the performer: Matt Heaton believes music for kids can be entertaining for both children AND parents. His songs blend mid century American guitar styles: surf, rockabilly, western swing & soul, delivered with a wry sense of humor and a sincere sense of fun. Children and adults respond to his musicianship and variety. The grown ups in the room particularly appreciate the Muppet-esque touches of humor and observations of kid behavior. Whether you call it children’s music, family music, kindie or toddlerbilly it’s sure to please listeners of all ages.

Intro to Emergency Preparedness

Brookline Village

Monday, November 18 at 6 PM

Could you cope if you had to evacuate your home? If your family got separated, would you know where to meet them? If you had a medical emergency, how would the emergency room doctors have access to your medical history in a timely manner?

The Office of Emergency Management and the Department of Public Health & Human Services will be offering tips and tricks to help you be prepared and be more resilient. Join us and be rewarded with peace of mind! Be Ready. Be Safe. Be Informed.

Financial Literacy Series:

Investing for Retirement

Brookline Village

Thursday, November 14 at 7 PM

Join this workshop on Investing for Retirement by the CFA Society of Boston to get a practical overview of planning for retirement, gain an understanding of the resources available to you through employer sponsored plans and lay groundwork for a successful retirement.

You will learn about retirement planning success factors, define the unknowns and learn success strategies. There will be time for Q&A after the presentation.

Winter Tea Gathering 冬日茶事

Putterham

Saturday, November 16 at 1 PM

After the first week of November, winter officially begins, known as 立冬 (Li Dong) in the lunar calendar. This season marks the onset of freezing temperatures, as the earth grows colder and harvested crops are stored away.
As the chill of winter settles in, we invite you to join us for a winter tea gathering at the Putterham Library. This event will immerse you in the essence of oriental tea culture and showcase the innovative flavors crafted by our forward-thinking host, Chen Yan, who represents the second generation of her family’s tea business.
Chen Yan has evolved traditional tea-making and drinking practices, developing new methods that resonate with today’s audiences, both locally and internationally. Her creations have gained popularity as far as Europe and the Middle East.

Space for this event is limited to 12 participants -- we encourage you to arrive early to secure your spot!

This event is generously sponsored by the Brookline Library Foundation.

Author Jerry Brotton Discusses "Four Points of the Compass: The Unexpected History of Direction

Virtual

Wednesday, November 13 at 2 PM

As we head into the busy holiday travels, don't you wonder about where you are going and why? How did the four directions - North, South, East, and West become a thing?
Join author Jerry Brotton for a discussion answering directional questions and exploring his new book, Four Points of the Compass: The Unexpected History of Direction.

Register to Attend via Zoom here.

This program is presented in partnership with the Ashland Public Library.

Q&A with Regency Romance Author Alexandra Vasti

Virtual

Thursday, November 14 at 7 PM

Don't miss this chat with author Alexandra Vasti about her most recent book, Ne'er Duke Well, and her upcoming book, Earl Crush. Bring your questions as this will be a rapid fire Q&A!

Register to Attend via Zoom here.

This program is presented in partnership with the Ashland Public Library.

Upcoming Events

Tween ideaSPACE: Crayon Embroidery

Brookline Village
Wednesday, November 13 from 3 to 4:30 PM
For Tweens in Grades 5-7 (ages 10-13) only. Limited to first 12 participants. Generously sponsored by the Brookline Library Foundation.

Pups @ Putterham: Read to a Dog!

Putterham
Wednesday, November 13 at 6 PM
For Kids grades K-4. Registration required. This program is currently at capacity.

Queer Reading Group

Brookline Village
Thursday, November 14 at 7 PM
For Adults. This month's book: The Girl from the Sea by Molly Knox Ostertag. This meeting can be joined in person or via Zoom.

Library Helpers: Kindness Notes

Brookline Village
Friday, November 15, 2024
For Tweens in grades 5-7 (ages 10-13). Help make the Library a great space! No registration required.

Citizenship Exam Preparation Class Series

Brookline Village
Saturday, November 16 at 10:30 AM
10 Class Series presented in partnership with St Mark’s Community Education Program.
Currently at capacity.

Brookline Music School Concert Series: Romantic and Classical Gems for Piano

Brookline Village
Sunday, November 17 at 2 PM
Brookline Music School piano faculty member Sveltlana Krasanova performs works by Mozart, Chopin, Janacek, and Tchaikovsky.

Council on Aging Book Group

Putterham
Monday, November 18 at 2 PM
For Adults. This month's book: Project 562 by Matika Wilbur. This meeting can be joined in person or via zoom.

Afternoon Book Group

Virtual
Monday, November 18 at 3 PM
For Adults. This month's book: A Grandmother Begins the Story by Michelle Porter. Registration required to receive Zoom link.

Fall Craft for Children

Brookline Village
Monday, November 18 at 3:30 PM
For Children ages 5-9 - Children under age 5 must have an adult with them. No registration required.

Girls Who Code - Young Coders Club & Teen Coders Club

Brookline Village
Monday, November 18 from 6:30 to 7:45 PM
Young Coders Club is for ages 8-10 (grades 3-5) only. Teen Coders Club is for ages 12-18 (grades 6-12) only. Meets weekly on Mondays.

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group

Virtual
Wednesday, November 20 from 9:30 to 11:30 AM
For adults. Topic for November 20: Interview Strategies. Registration required to receive Zoom link.

ideaSPACE: Intro to 3D Design with TinkerCAD

Brookline Village
Wednesday, November 20 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM
For adults. Registration required. Participants are encouraged to sign up for a TinkerCAD account ahead of time.

On the Calendar for Adults

Tuesday, November 12
10:30 AM
Tuesday, November 12
1:30 PM
Wednesday, November 13
1:15 PM
Nothing Like a Dame
Friday, November 15
10:30 AM

On the Calendar for Kids, Tweens, and Teens

Tuesday, November 12
10:15 AM
Tuesday, November 12
3 PM
Wednesday, November 13
10:30 AM
Wednesday, November 13
10:30 AM
Thursday, November 14
10:15 AM
Thursday, November 14
3 PM
Saturday, November 16
3 PM
Sunday, November 17
1:30 PM
Monday, November 18
3:30 PM
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