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Monday, September 30th 2019
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Hello reader!
Read on for what's happening at the library this week.
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Author Talk: Dessa in Conversation with Michael Pollan
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TUESDAY, October 8 at 6:30 PM
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Rapper, singer, and writer Dessa will discuss her new book, My Own Devices, in conversation with Michael Pollan. My Own Devices is an uncompromising and candid account of a life in motion, in music, and in love. Dessa is as compelling on the page as she is onstage, making My Own Devices the debut of a unique and deft literary voice. This program is in partnership with the Brookline Booksmith.
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For Freedoms Sign Project
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September 30 through October 9
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Teens, make your voices heard! Speak out through the "For Freedoms Sign Project." Stop by the Teen Room at the Brookline Village Library to share your dreams, fears, and hopes for the future by filling out a lawn sign. Signs will be available in the Teen Room on weekday afternoons. There will be a sign installation on the Library lawn on Tuesday, October 15 at 5 PM.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Teen Cinema & Snacks
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FRIDAY, October 4 at 2:30 PM
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Unwind from the week with a fun movie. Snacks and laughs will be offered in plenty. Open to teens in grades 7-12 only.
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Dungeons and Dragons
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FRIDAY, October 4 at 2:30 PM
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Come play Dungeons and Dragons at the library! All dice and manuals are provided. Bring your own character sheet or create one here. All are welcome, from beginners to (dungeon)masters. Meetings every other Friday in the tween space beginning October 4, 2019. Open to tweens and teens in grades 5 and up only.
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South Brookline Senior Meet-Up
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TUESDAY, October 8 at noon
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Join us for conversation and refreshments as we provide a setting for exploring topics that are of interest to you. The South Brookline Senior Meet-Up meets monthly, on the second Tuesday of the month. Co-sponsored by the Brookline Council on Aging.
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UPCOMING SCREENINGS
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MIDDAY MOVIES
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MOVIE MATINEE
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Join Team Brookline
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One of the world’s oldest marathons, the Boston Marathon is a popular event for both runners and spectators.
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Team Brookline is a committed group of adult runners who train together for the Boston Marathon while raising funds for five partner charities that play an integral role in strengthening and enriching our community: The Brookline Center for Community Mental Health, Brookline Education Foundation, Brookline Library Foundation, Brookline Symphony Orchestra, and Brookline Teen Center. If you'd like to be part of a wonderful team and support your Town of Brookline Libraries, apply today!
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