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Auditorium Brewster Ladies' Library, 1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Tech Drop In at the Brewster Ladies Library

Receive hands-on assistance to troubleshoot your technology needs. Examples of assistance offered: -eBook/eReaders -using online library resources -computer navigation -app usage -cellphone use and general overview -tablet use -basic internet instruction -how to cre......More

Receive hands-on assistance to troubleshoot your technology needs. Examples of assistance offered: -eBook/eReaders -using online library resources -computer navigation -app usage -cellphone use and general overview -tablet use -basic internet instruction -how to create an email -help locating and filling out online applications -transferring pictures or other documents Unfortunately we cannot: -repair broken, locked, or infected devices -wipe hard drives and/or set up new accounts on previously owned devices -enter sensitive information for patrons (e.g. credit card information, social security number, online banking, etc.) -restore deleted email accounts or online accounts https://brewsterladieslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/tech-drop-in-at-the-brewster-ladies-library-157/

Reference Department Brewster Ladies' Library, 1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

On the Road to the Mayflower with Karen Rinaldo and Kevin M. Doyle

The 60-year old Church of England didn’t tolerate dissention, so the movement of some sects to worship in their own way led to harassment and persecution. The Separatists in Scrooby, a small hamlet 200 miles north of London, decided to leave the birthplace of William ......More

The 60-year old Church of England didn’t tolerate dissention, so the movement of some sects to worship in their own way led to harassment and persecution. The Separatists in Scrooby, a small hamlet 200 miles north of London, decided to leave the birthplace of William Brewster and move to the far more tolerant country of Holland across the North Sea. The few hundred followers of Reverend John Robinson found employment in Amsterdam in 1609 and lived there for three years. The presentation will have you walk in the footsteps of the Pilgrims along the canals and past the buildings that have existed for a thousand years. You will take a photographic journey through the historic sites that the Pilgrims saw daily. It is the prequel to the popular In the Wake of the Mayflower where the authors recount the challenges and accomplishments of the 53 survivors of the voyage that shaped the course of Colonial and Indigenous history. About the Authors Karen Rinaldo is an artist and visual historian who was commissioned in 1994 to paint an accurate portrayal of” The First Thanksgiving, 1621” that Scholastic Book selected as a "masterpiece” to teach American history. The Smithsonian Museum of the American Indian along with the local Wampanoag tribe also cite the scene as authentic. That became the wellspring of the book In the Wake of the Mayflower she co-authored with Kevin M. Doyle, a retired combat veteran, Revolutionary War historian, and author of many articles on vignettes in history that deserve to be remembered. Both authors live on Cape Cod and are active in historical associations. https://brewsterladieslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/on-the-road-to-the-mayflower-with-karen-rinaldo-and-kevin-m-doyle/

Auditorium Brewster Ladies' Library, 1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Virtual Speaker Series: Asian Americans in Literature: An Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang

Asian American Representation in Literature: An Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang We welcome you to register for a thrilling conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F. Kuang) as she chats with us about her New York Times bestselling novel, ......More

Asian American Representation in Literature: An Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang We welcome you to register for a thrilling conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F. Kuang) as she chats with us about her New York Times bestselling novel, Yellowface. Yellowface grapples with questions of diversity, racism, and cultural appropriation, as well as the terrifying alienation of social media. In Yellowface, authors June Hayward and Athena Liu were supposed to be twin rising stars. But Athena’s a literary darling. June Hayward is literally nobody. Who wants stories about basic white girls, June thinks. So when June witnesses Athena’s death in a freak accident, she acts on impulse: she steals Athena’s just-finished masterpiece, an experimental novel about the unsung contributions of Chinese laborers during World War I. So what if June edits Athena’s novel and sends it to her agent as her own work? So what if she lets her new publisher rebrand her as Juniper Song—complete with an ambiguously ethnic author photo? Doesn’t this piece of history deserve to be told, whoever the teller? That’s what June claims, and the New York Times bestseller list seems to agree. But June can’t get away from Athena’s shadow, and emerging evidence threatens to bring June’s (stolen) success down around her. As June races to protect her secret, she discovers exactly how far she will go to keep what she thinks she deserves. White lies, dark humor, and deadly consequences await within the pages of Yellowface. With its totally immersive first-person voice, Kuang’s novel is timely, razor-sharp, and eminently readable.  Register here: Asian American Representation in Literature: An Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang If you are unable to attend the live session, you can view the recording here: Past Event Recordings About the Author: Rebecca F. Kuang is the award-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Poppy War trilogy, Babel: An Arcane History, and Yellowface. A Marshall Scholar, she has an MPhil in Chinese Studies from Cambridge and an MSc in Contemporary Chinese Studies from Oxford; she is now pursuing a PhD in East Asian Languages and Literatures at Yale, where she studies diaspora, contemporary Chinese literature, and Asian American literature. https://brewsterladieslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/virtual-speaker-series-asian-americans-in-literature-an-author-talk-with-rebecca-f-kuang/

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Story Time

Read stories, sing songs, and get up and move! Story time will be in the Children's room.  https://brewsterladieslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/story-time-42/

Auditorium Brewster Ladies' Library, 1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Babies & Books Story Time

Early literacy begins at birth! Join Miss Michelle for stories, songs, rhymes & social time for babies & their caregivers. Thursdays @ 10:30  in the Children's Room. For ages 0-2. Drop in. https://brewsterladieslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/babies-books-......More

Early literacy begins at birth! Join Miss Michelle for stories, songs, rhymes & social time for babies & their caregivers. Thursdays @ 10:30  in the Children's Room. For ages 0-2. Drop in. https://brewsterladieslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/babies-books-story-time-21/

Auditorium Brewster Ladies' Library, 1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Yoga Neighborhood

Yoga Neighborhood classes are taught by trauma informed teachers that lead from the front of the room. Classes begin with a centering, focused on breathing, followed by gentle stretching and movement and ends with a final resting pose. Modifications are given during c......More

Yoga Neighborhood classes are taught by trauma informed teachers that lead from the front of the room. Classes begin with a centering, focused on breathing, followed by gentle stretching and movement and ends with a final resting pose. Modifications are given during classes and all participants are encouraged to find what feels best in each pose. Classes are beginner friendly or great for those who have been practicing yoga. Everyone is welcome to class regardless of experience and will leave you feeling refreshed! Please bring whatever supplies you might need including a yoga mat, water bottle, etc. https://brewsterladieslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/yoga-neighborhood-17/

Auditorium Brewster Ladies' Library, 1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Avoiding Election Misinformation: A Virtual Session with the News Literacy Project

Finding high quality, trustworthy information can feel overwhelming in today’s noisy media environment, particularly during election season. Luckily, there are tried and true news literacy techniques that anyone can learn to find credible information about candidates,......More

Finding high quality, trustworthy information can feel overwhelming in today’s noisy media environment, particularly during election season. Luckily, there are tried and true news literacy techniques that anyone can learn to find credible information about candidates, issues, and electoral processes. Join this virtual discussion with Mindy Todd to find out how Cape Cod residents can stay informed with accurate, reliable information this election season. https://newslitproject.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Z97_kwxVTvaAnztonYBKvA#/registration About the News Literacy Project: The News Literacy Project, a nonpartisan education nonprofit, is building a national movement to advance the practice of news literacy throughout American society, creating better informed, more engaged and more empowered individuals— and ultimately a stronger democracy. About Mindy Todd: Mindy Todd is the host and producer of The Point on WCAI radio, a show that examines critical issues for the Cape, Islands, and South Coast Massachusetts. She brings more than 40 years of experience in radio and television to her role as host and Managing Director of Editorial. As the featured guest of this discussion, she will speak to the importance of high quality local news and robust regional reporting in accessing quality election information.  https://brewsterladieslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/avoiding-election-misinformation/

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Boomerang Bags Sewing Bee

Help us reduce plastic and textile pollution! Join us for our Boomerang Bag sewing bees. Boomerang bags are reusable bags made of post-consumer fabric intended to help reduce plastic and textile pollution. We distribute them at the library as an alternative to single-......More

Help us reduce plastic and textile pollution! Join us for our Boomerang Bag sewing bees. Boomerang bags are reusable bags made of post-consumer fabric intended to help reduce plastic and textile pollution. We distribute them at the library as an alternative to single-use plastic bags.  In addition to sewing the bags we need volunteers to: cut, iron, and organize fabric.  For those who intend to sew, please bring your own machine!  Learn more by clicking HERE.  https://brewsterladieslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/boomerang-bags-sewing-bee-22/

Auditorium Brewster Ladies' Library, 1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Literary Musings @ Maplewood

Join librarians Devon and Michelle from Brewster Ladies' Library to hear the latest book news! Devon will discuss some popular new titles and spotlight a different genre each. Michelle will have books available to borrow, and both librarians hope you'll share what you......More

Join librarians Devon and Michelle from Brewster Ladies' Library to hear the latest book news! Devon will discuss some popular new titles and spotlight a different genre each. Michelle will have books available to borrow, and both librarians hope you'll share what you enjoy reading. https://brewsterladieslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/literary-musings-maplewood-9/

Offsite Location

Landscape Embroidery Workshop with Happy Hoops

Join Jessica from Happy Hoops to learn and practice simple landscape embroidery techniques and use them to create your own handmade embroidery art. All materials are provided. No prior experience necessary. For ages 16 and up. Jessica Coen is a homeschooling mother o......More

Join Jessica from Happy Hoops to learn and practice simple landscape embroidery techniques and use them to create your own handmade embroidery art. All materials are provided. No prior experience necessary. For ages 16 and up. Jessica Coen is a homeschooling mother of three. She created Happy Hoops as a way to handle the stress of daily life. Through this workshop she is hoping to cultivate interest in this simple form of relaxing and creative art. https://brewsterladieslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/landscape-embroidery-workshop-with-happy-hoops/

Auditorium Brewster Ladies' Library, 1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Books & Big Ideas: Tiny Art Workshop for Teens

Join us for this community art project and participate in Brewster's all-ages Books & Big Ideas read program. The theme for 2024 is housing. What is your idea of home? Why is home important to you? Whatever your answer might be, express yourself with pencils, markers,......More

Join us for this community art project and participate in Brewster's all-ages Books & Big Ideas read program. The theme for 2024 is housing. What is your idea of home? Why is home important to you? Whatever your answer might be, express yourself with pencils, markers, or paint on one of our 6in X 6in tiny canvases. You can leave your finished art with us to prepare it for display and hang with everyone else's tiny art. After your art has been shown you're welcome to pick it up starting July 5th. Note: Please do not alter the back of your tiny canvas. https://brewsterladieslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/books-big-ideas-tiny-art-workshop-for-teens/

Auditorium Brewster Ladies' Library, 1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631