May 2023

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Monday, May 1Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Tuesday, May 24:00—5:00 PMReference DepartmentBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Tech Drop In at the Brewster Ladies Library

Tech Drop In at the Brewster Ladies LibraryReceive 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.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 310:30—11:30 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Story Time

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Wednesday, May 36:30—8:00 PMZoom

Virtual Spark Joy® Program with Shannon Huneycutt, Certified KonMari® Consultant

Spark JoyShannon will be bringing the life-changing magic of tidying to you through her Spark Joy® program. Brewster Ladies' Library is excited to join Shannon for an inspiring presentation on what it means to lead a life that Sparks Joy®. You will learn the KonMari® philosophy and guiding principles needed to tidy once and for all and leave feeling motivated to Spark Joy® in your home, office, and life!There will be a special giveaway at the end of the presentation, as well as an opportunity for you to ask Shannon some questions.…Learn More
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Friday, May 53:00—4:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Collage Workshop with Artist Stefanie Taranto

Collage WorkshopCome ready to play! This class is designed to create a picture with cut, torn, applied papers and other materials. Think Picasso, Braque and Matisse! We'll experiment to see what evolves while playing with materials such as:images from magazinesmaterials of all kinds (thin fabric, tissue paper, newspaper, napkins, string)mark making ( pencil, pen, marker)paint…*Please come with a few themes in mind, as well as materials you may want to experiment with, and perhaps some pre-cut images you love.…Learn More
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Saturday, May 62:30—4:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

May Art Show Reception: Fire Friends

May Art Show Reception: Fire FriendsArtists Carl Ahlstrom, Bonnie Brewster, Peggy Masce Hosford, Liz Perry, and Karen North Wells invite you to come and see an exciting show of five diverse visions. The friends paint in different styles, and there will be a variety of subjects and themes to interest all.…Learn More
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Sunday, May 7Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Monday, May 8Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Tuesday, May 912:30—1:30 PMZoom

Afternoon Book Group

Join the afternoon book group over Zoom each month on the second Tuesday at 12:30pm! Email bsmith@eastgate. net to register.   October - Short Stories by Nathaniel HaworthneNovember- The Dutch House by Ann PatchettDecember - The Handmaiden's Tale…Learn More

Tuesday, May 92:00—4:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

COA: Help at Home and Home away from Home (working title)

COA: Help at Home and Home away from Home (working title)Everything you need to know about a range of supportive home services, options, and costs, and how to make a perfect fit for what you may need BEFORE you need it.  

Tuesday, May 94:00—5:00 PMReference DepartmentBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Tech Drop In at the Brewster Ladies Library

Tech Drop In at the Brewster Ladies LibraryReceive 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.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 1010:30—11:30 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Flagpole CourtyardBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Outdoor Dragon-Themed Story Time

Outdoor Dragon-Themed Story Time Join us for an outdoor dragon-themed story time! We will read stories, sing songs, and move around! We will be inside if the weather is inclement. Please bring your own chair.  
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Thursday, May 1111:00 AM—12:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Coffee Hour with the New Library Director

Coffee HourCome grab a cup of coffee and say hi to the Library's new director, Brittany Taylor! All are welcome! A native Cape Codder, Brittany attended Nauset Regional High School before earning a bachelor's from Middlebury College and Masters in Library and Information Science from Simmons College.…Learn More
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Saturday, May 132:00—3:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Native Plants for Cape Cod: A Talk with C.L. Fornari

Native Plants of Cape CodCome hear C. L. Fornari talk about native plants that attract pollinators, support songbirds and other wildlife, and solve garden problems. She'll also discuss plants that are drought tolerant, and why the most common of trees are truly the most important.…Learn More
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Sunday, May 14Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Monday, May 15Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Tuesday, May 164:00—5:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Discovery & Enrichment: Organ Donation and Transplantation 101

Discovery & Enrichment: Organ Donation and Transplantation 101Have you ever thought about being an organ donor, what organs and tissues are being transplanted, and what it takes to be a donor and be on the receiving end of this life-saving gift? Dr. Francis Delmonico, internationally renowned transplant expert, will be on hand to separate fact from fiction.…Learn More

Tuesday, May 164:00—5:00 PMReference DepartmentBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

CANCELED - Tech Drop In at the Brewster Ladies Library

CANCELED - Tech Drop In at the Brewster Ladies LibraryReceive 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.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 1710:30—11:30 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Flagpole CourtyardBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Outdoor Train-Themed Story Time

Outdoor Train-Themed Story Time Join us for an outdoor train-themed story time! We will read stories, sing songs, and move around! We will be inside if the weather is inclement. Please bring your own chair.  
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Friday, May 191:00—4:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Boomerang Bags Sewing Bee

Please bring your own sewing machine! Join the Brewster Ladies' Library Boomerang Bag sewing community! Boomerang bags are reusable bags made of discarded fabric intended to help reduce plastic and textile pollution. The bags are distributed for free into the community.…Learn More
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Saturday, May 202:00—4:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Movie Matinee: Licorice Pizza

Licorice PizzaLicorice Pizza is the story of Alana Kane and Gary Valentine growing up, running around and falling in love in the San Fernando Valley, 1973. Written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, the film tracks the treacherous navigation of first love. Featuring Alana Haim, Cooper Hoffman, Sean Penn, Tom Waits, Bradley Cooper, and more.…Learn More
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Sunday, May 21Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Monday, May 22Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Tuesday, May 234:00—5:00 PMReference DepartmentBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

CANCELED - Tech Drop In at the Brewster Ladies Library

CANCELED - Tech Drop In at the Brewster Ladies Library***THIS SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELED***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.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 2410:00—11:00 AMOffsite Location

Explore the Calf Field Pond Area with Hal Minis

Explore the Calf Field Pond Area with Hal MinisThe Punkhorn Parklands is an area with roots deep in the history of Brewster. A major part of the Stony Brook watershed, it stands as one of the few large undeveloped and environmentally rich parcels of land left on Cape Cod. Join BCT Trustee Hal Minis as he sets out to explore the Calf Field Pond area of the Punkhorn Parklands.…Learn More

Wednesday, May 2410:30—11:30 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Flagpole CourtyardBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Outdoor Fish-Themed Story Time

Outdoor Fish-Themed Story Time Join us for an outdoor fish-themed story time! We will read stories, sing songs, and move around! We will be inside if the weather is inclement. Please bring your own chair.  
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Thursday, May 255:30—6:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

CANCELED - One Bite Can Change Your Life: A Talk on Ticks with Entomologist Larry Dapsis

One BiteTHIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28TH FROM 2-3PM. PLEASE USE OUR JUNE CALENDAR TO REGISTER. Lyme Disease is the most prevalent tick-borne disease in Massachusetts and is now considered to be a public health crisis. In addition to Lyme, deer ticks can carry the pathogens which cause Babesiosis, Anaplasmosis, Relapsing Fever and Powassan virus, all of which can be very serious.…Learn More
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Sunday, May 28Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Monday, May 29Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Tuesday, May 304:00—5:00 PMReference DepartmentBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Tech Drop In at the Brewster Ladies Library

Tech Drop In at the Brewster Ladies LibraryReceive 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.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 3110:00 AM—12:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

May artshow take down

Artists Carl Ahlstrom, Bonnie Brewster, Peggy Masce Hosford, Liz Perry, and Karen North Wells invite you to come and see an exciting show of five diverse visions. The friends paint in different styles, and there will be a variety of subjects and themes to interest all.…Learn More

Wednesday, May 3110:30—11:30 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Flagpole CourtyardBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Outdoor Colors-Themed Story Time

Outdoor Colors-Themed Story Time Join us for an colors-themed story time! We will read stories, sing songs, and move around! We will be inside if the weather is inclement. Please bring your own chair.