Library News: Upcoming events at the Beverly Public Library

Staff Writer

Wicked Local

MAIN BRANCH 32 Essex St.

PHONE 978-921-6062

FARMS BRANCH 24 Vine St., Beverly Farms

PHONE 978-921-6066

November holiday closings

Both locations of the Beverly Public Library will be closed on Friday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans’ Day, and on Thursday, Nov. 24 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Following Thanksgiving, both locations will be open for normal weekend hours, including Friday, Nov. 25.

Sunday & weekend hours

Sunday hours at the main library have resumed. The library is now opened on Sundays 1-5 p.m. Saturday hours at the Farms branch have also resumed. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays; the Farms branch is closed Sundays year round. Extended weekend hours will continue through May 2012.

Monday Mornings

“Monday Mornings” is a lecture series for adults that runs from September through May at the main library. The program begins at 9:30 a.m. and is free and open to the public. Light refreshments are served at 9 a.m. The library is handicapped accessible. Registration is not required. For more information, call or email flynn@noblenet.org.

‘The History of the Postage Stamp and the Postal Service’ On Monday, Nov. 21, Henry Lucas, of Spellman Museum of Stamps and Postal History, will speak about the history of the postage stamp and the postal service.

‘Downs’ Sizing Your Stuff We all have “stuff.” Why do we acquire and save more possessions than we need? On Monday, Nov. 28, educator Dave Downs will explore the many, sometimes comical, reasons that our drawers, closets and garages get filled with all kinds of unneeded objects. With an upbeat and unique approach, Downs will offer helpful hints for managing this difficult problem, and use colorful stories to engage as well as inform the audience.

Book Discussion Groups

Registration for Book Discussion Groups is not required, and copies of this book are available at the Circulation Desk. New members are welcome. The group meets at the Beverly Public Library. The library is handicapped accessible. For more information call 978-921-6062.

Evening Book Discussion Group The Evening Book Discussion Group of the Beverly Public Library mets on the third Tuesday of the month from 7:30-9 p.m.

· Nov. 15 “Point of No Return” by John Marquand

· Dec. 20 “The Nine” by Jeffrey Toobin

Farms Branch Discussion Group Meets on the third Thursday of the month from 7-8:30 p.m.

· Nov. 17 “The Postmistress” by Sarah Blake

· Dec. 15 “Prayers for Sale” by Sandra Dallas

Daytime Book Discussion Group The Daytime Book Discussion Group of the Beverly Public Library will meet on the first Thursday of the month, 1-2:30 p.m.

· Dec. 1 “Broken Glass” by Arthur Miller

November art exhibit

The Beverly Public Library is hosting a special exhibit of drawings and paintings by members of the Guild of Beverly Artists. Oils, acrylics and watercolors will be on exhibit in the Sohier Room from Nov. 2 through Nov. 29.

Book sale

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale Get ready for the Friends of the Beverly Public Library Fall Book Sale, coming Saturday, Nov. 12 through Sunday, Nov. 20. It’s a great opportunity to stock up on reading, movies and music for the cold winter months ahead. Choose from a selection of hardcover and paperback fiction, children’s books and nonfiction including bestsellers, cooking, travel, art and more! DVDs, VHS, music, and audiobooks will also be available. Paperbacks and all children’s books will be $1 and hardcovers $2.

Have books you’d like to donate? The library accepts donations year round (no magazines or text books). The best place to drop off your book donations is the Children’s Room, on the first floor of the main library, but they can also be accepted at the Circulation Desk on the second floor.

Stay tuned to the library’s website, online events calendar and November newsletter for specific book sale hours. For more information about the sale or donating books, call us at 978-921-6062. All sale proceeds benefit the library.

Sculptor, educator Ray Pisano showcases art

Reno “Ray” Pisano, sculptor and Montserrat educator will make a presentation on the making of large sculptures at the library’s Essex Street location on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 6:30-9 p.m. Pisano, who is a Montserrat College of Art founding faculty member, will show a film of the creation of one of his large-scale works, discuss his long and eventful career as a stone and bronze sculptor, and show samples. Refreshments will be served at 6:30 p.m., and the lecture and discussion begins at 7 p.m. The program takes place in the Sohier Room on the first floor, and is free and open to the public. R.S.V.P. to Elizabeth Gianino at 978-921-4242, ext. 1121, or to elizabeth.gianino@montserrat.edu.

All-ages wreath decorating workshop

The library is hosting an all-ages session of wreath decorating just in time for the winter holidays. Teens, adults and families are welcome to join us Saturday, Dec. 3, 1:30-4:30, in the Barnet Gallery. The library will provide decorating materials and light refreshments — you provide the wreath and the creativity. Staff will be available for simple assistance, but will not be instructing in decorating techniques.

Children’s Librarian Linda Furey will also have a holiday craft activity for children. Kids of any age may color a wooden holiday ornament using paints or markers. All supplies for the children’s craft will be provided by the library.

A limited number of wreaths will be available for purchase through local Boy Scout troop #2 the day of the program from 1:30-4 p.m. Wreaths will be $10 and may be purchased using cash or local checks. They will be sold on the first floor of the library.

Register for this program by calling 978-921-6062 so library staff can correctly gauge the amount of decorating supplies required. This event is funded by the Friends of the Beverly Public Library, and is free and open to the public.

Young Adult Department

For more information on teen programs, call Allison Babin at 978-921-6062 or visit beverlypubliclibrary.org/teens.

Introducing ‘GAME ON!’ Video Game Program for Teens Tuesday, Nov. 22, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Sohier Room. This new program will feature a variety of games for XBOX 360 and other video game consoles. Decks of cards, UNO, mancala and other board games will also be available for teens waiting for their turn to play. Snacks and drinks will be provided. This interactive session will allow teens to play video games on the big screen while socializing at the library. While being noisy is allowed, respectful gaming behavior will be required at all times. Note that no one under the age of 12 or over the age of 18 will be admitted, and all teens must bring a permission slip signed by their parent or guardian. Slips should be returned prior to Nov. 21 to receive an entry ticket, or be brought directly to the program on Nov. 22. Permission slips are available in the teen section of the library, and online at beverlypubliclibrary.org/teens.

Teen Art Club Monday, Nov. 21, 3:30-5 p.m., Sohier Room. Come once or every month. Just show up and make something cool. This month deconstruct T-shirts by cutting them up in various ways to turn them into something cool. Teens are encouraged to bring their own T-shirts, but some will be on hand for use.

Write Now Wednesdays (teen writers group) Wednesday, Nov. 9, 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the staff conference room. Do you love to write your own stories, but have trouble finding time to explore your creativity? Want to meet other like-minded writers your age? This program will allow you the space and time to write in a comfortable environment. (And library staff will feed you cookies and hot chocolate too.) Sharing of your work will be optional. Register online at beverlypubliclibrary.org/teens. This group meets in Allison’s office in the YA area before heading upstairs.

Children’s Room Programs

The children’s room would like to remind you that story times are in full swing. If you haven’t had a chance to attend yet this fall, don’t worry. This session continues through the week of Nov. 14. Current story time offerings are:

Story Times and Clubs The Children’s Room reminds residents that the current session of story times and the Science Club will end on Thursday, Nov. 17. The dates for the next session will be announced in December.

What’s happening at the Farms Branch

Visit the Farms Branch website at beverlypubliclibrary.org/farms for more information.

Annual ‘Nutcracker Tea’ Sunday, Dec. 4, 12-2 p.m. The Farms Library Friends sponsor the annual holiday open house at the library. There will be festive treats and tea, live holiday music, visits from the Nutcracker, Sugar Plum Fairy and Mrs. Santa Claus plus activities for children.

Exhibit: ‘The Doll-Dresser: Gail Overberg’ Until Dec. 5. Overberg will display her original heirloom dolls clothes and accessories in the library. Also on display is her French BeBe Jumeau doll. Overberg makes all the dresses, capes, petticoats, hats and other high fashion items from a variety of gorgeous materials.

Pre-school music with Dara Friday, Nov. 4, 11 a.m. Dara presents her lively music program each month at the library. The show is for children, ages 2-5 years old. All are welcome.

‘The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe’ Thursday, Dec. 1, 4 p.m. The Hampstead Stage Company will make a special performance of C.S. Lewis’s classic story. The show is for children ages 6 and older and adults. No registration is necessary.

November Art Show: ‘Seeing the Near and Dear’ Artist Gail Gang of Manchester presents her recent paintings in the Conrad Room all month. Gang states that her paintings venerate objects from her life’s work: mothering, the home and the garden. All are invited to view this beautiful show.