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Monday, October 24th 2022
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Hello reader!
Read on for what's happening at the library.
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An Evening With Boston Ghosts:
Stories of Haunted History in Boston & Salem
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Brookline Village Library
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TUESDAY, October 25 at 7 PM
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This Halloween season, join us at the Library as we partner with Boston Ghosts for a night of creepy storytelling and local haunted history. Tour guide Jarrod will be giving a presentation to explore the macabre tales of Boston and Salem from centuries and decades past. All accounts given are researched and up-to-date to ensure you have the best, most chilling experience possible. Lovers of history, the paranormal, or simply those interested in discovering the darker side of New England are encouraged to attend! Due to the content, this program is open to adults and teens only.
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This event is generously sponsored by the Library Trustees.
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Pumpkin Pie Madeleines — Bake with Chef Melissa
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THURSDAY, October 27 at 7 PM
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Join us for a fun baking workshop with Chef Melissa! In this live virtual class, Chef Melissa will guide you through every step of baking some delicious Pumpkin Pie Madeleines. Sit back and watch Chef Melissa demonstrate, or roll up your sleeves to bake with her, the choice is yours!
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This event is generously sponsored by the Library Trustees.
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An Evening with Ben Mezrich Event Recording
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Couldn't make it to our Evening with Ben Mezrich program? You can now watch a recording of the event, courtesy of the Brookline Interactive Group.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Self-Defense & Energy
With The Boston School of Boabom
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Brookline Village Library
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SATURDAY, October 29 at 1:30 PM
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Join us at the Library as we partner with The Boston School of Boabom to learn basic self defense techniques in a fun, positive class. Based in Boabom, a Tibetan system of self-defense, relaxation, and meditation, this class will teach you a variety of simple but effective ways to remain calm in a tense situation and defend yourself should you need to. We will also learn some fundamental breathing and stretching, along with techniques to evade, escape, and defend ourselves. Partner practice will be an optional part of the class. All are welcome!
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This event is generously sponsored by the Library Trustees.
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Trick Or Treat at the Library
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MONDAY, October 31
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Come visit us on Halloween to get a treat (while supplies last)! Open to all ages, costumes encouraged.
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At Brookline Village: Stop by the Children’s Room Desk for a treat anytime from 10 AM - 9 PM. Teens, stop by the Teen Room to get a creepy (or creepy cute!) temporary tattoo of your choice and grab a vinyl sticker for a treat. Time permitting, teens may design their own temporary tattoo.
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At Coolidge Corner: Stop by the Children’s Room Desk for a treat anytime from 10 AM - 6 PM.
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At Putterham: Stop by the main service desk for a treat anytime from 10 AM - 9 PM.
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Teen D&D at the Library
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Brookline Village Library
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THURSDAY, November 3 at 6:30 PM
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D&D is now starting for teens! Meet in the Brookline Village Library Tween room.
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This program is for new and seasoned players alike. Join us on the hunt for treasure as we play through the Waterdeep: Dragon Heist campaign. For the first session on November 3, the Dungeon Master will walk through character creation and the basic rules of the game. Limit to 10 participants per session. For teens in grades 8-12 only. This session is in person but Eventbrite registration is still required!
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This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Brookline Public Library.
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Ezekiel’s Wheels Klezmer Concert
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THURSDAY, November 3 at 7 PM
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Join Kirsten, Nat, and Pete from Ezekiel’s Wheels Klezmer Band for an evening of klezmer music and Yiddish song! Dancing and singing along are both welcome.
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This event is generously sponsored by the Library Trustees.
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On Display at the Library
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Brookline Village Library
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Check out the collections on display in the Children’s Room! In our flat case, Oskie shares his Pokémon collection which includes cards, figurines, and drawings. Oskie is in the first grade and goes to Runkle School. In our wall case, Bella shares her LEGO sculptures and other miniature creations, including Barbie’s shirt and pants! Bella is in the third grade and goes to Lincoln School. On display through October 31.
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ONGOING PROGRAMS
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Each week the Library holds many regularly occurring programs for adults and kids of all ages. Check out what's happening this week – and click on the links for more information and sign-ups!
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- Caffe Italiano at Coolidge Corner - Caffe Italiano will not meet this week, but it will be back next Wednesday!
- Movie Matinee at Coolidge Corner - Thursday, October 27 at 1:15 PM - Screening this week: Where the Crawdads Sing
- English Club at Brookline Village - Friday, October 28 at 10:30 AM
- Hybrid Gentle Chair Yoga at Putterham - Friday, October 28 at 10:30 AM
- Storytime for Twos and Threes at Coolidge Corner - Tuesday, October 25 at 10:15 AM
- Storytime for Three to Five Year-Olds at Brookline Village - Tuesday, October 25 at 10:30 AM
- LEGO Club at Coolidge Corner - Tuesday, October 25 at 3:15 PM
- Mother Goose on the Loose at Coolidge Corner - Wednesday, October 26 at 10:15 AM
- Ones and Twos Storytime at Putterham - Wednesday, October 26 at 10:30 AM
- Storytime for Twos and Threes at Brookline Village - Wednesday, October 26 at 10:30 AM
- After-School Activities at Brookline Village - Wednesday, October 26 at 3 PM
- Storytime for Three to Five Year-Olds at Coolidge Corner - Wednesday, October 26 at 3:15 PM
- Pajama Storytime at Putterham - Wednesday, October 26 at 6:30 PM
- Playspace at Coolidge Corner - Thursday, October 27 at 10:15 AM
- Mandarin Storytime at Brookline Village - Thursday, October 27 at 10:30 AM
- Storytime for Three to Five Year-Olds at Putterham - Thursday, October 27 at 10:30 AM
- LEGO Club at Brookline Village - Thursday, October 27 at 3 PM
- Pajama Storytime at Brookline Village - Thursday, October 27 at 6:30 PM
- Mother Goose on the Loose at Brookline Village - Monday, October 31 at 10:30 AM
- Playspace at Putterham - Monday, October 31 at 11:15 AM
- Maker Monday at Brookline Village - Monday, October 31 at 3 PM
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