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Sunday, October 1Closed
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Monday, October 2Closed
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Tuesday, October 311:30 AM—1:30 PMOutreach TableBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Outreach Table: WE CAN
WE CAN serves low-to-moderate-income women who are undergoing challenging life transitions by providing tools and services that bring increased opportunity, self-sufficiency, and economic stability. Tools and services include information and referral, legal, financial and work/career support sessions in either individual consultations or through group workshops.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 34:00—5:00 PMReference DepartmentBrewster Ladies' Library1822 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 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 More4
Wednesday, October 410:30—11:00 AMChildren's AreaBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Story Time
Read stories, sing songs, and get up and move! Story time will be outside, weather permitting. Please bring a beach chair to sit on.…Learn More
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Thursday, October 55:00—6:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Virtual Chocolate Tour in Bribri Indigenous Territory
Join us at the library for a watch party of this virtual Costa Rican tour! This live tour takes place in one of the most remote places in Costa Rica. A guide from Enjoy Virtual Tours Costa Rica will teach us about the indigenous Bribri culture, their beliefs, and their way of life.…Learn MoreThursday, October 55:30—6:30 PMOutreach TableBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Massachusetts Cultural Council Information Table
Members of the Brewster Cultural Council will be at a help and information desk for those interested in applying for the 2024 grants on Thursday evenings, from 5:30-6:30pm on September 28 and October 5, and Friday, October 6 from 12:30-1:30pm. The applications must be online, and we are there to help as well as gather information about other initiatives artists, writers, dancers and the public might be more interested in.…Learn More
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Friday, October 610:30—11:30 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
CANCELED - Toddler Town
Toddler Town! for children ages 3 and younger accompanied by a supervising adult family member. Age appropriate toys, books and activities in a safe play environment invite young children to play and practice sharing with their peers. Space is limited so sign up today! We are no longer offering drop in playgroups just yet.…Learn More
Friday, October 612:30—1:30 PMOutreach TableBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Massachusetts Cultural Council Information Table
Members of the Brewster Cultural Council will be at a help and information desk for those interested in applying for the 2024 grants on Thursday evenings, from 5:30-6:30pm on September 28 and October 5, and Friday, October 6 from 12:30-1:30pm. The applications must be online, and we are there to help as well as gather information about other initiatives artists, writers, dancers and the public might be more interested in.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 710:30—11:30 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Lego Club
Come play with the Library's HUGE collections of Lego's. Get creative and building something! This program is open to all ages. Adults are required to stay with Lego-builders who are younger than 10 years old, but we encourage everyone to build!…Learn MoreSaturday, October 73:00—5:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Richard Perry Artist Reception
Richard Perry: Covidian Watercolors and Reliefs 2019-2023The Brewster art show will be followed by Richard's Friends of Snow Library talk and slide presentation entitled “The Joy of Looking at Things” at Snow Library at 1:30 pm November 14, 2023. That presentation will discuss the art displayed at the Brewster Library show.…Learn More8
Sunday, October 8Closed
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Monday, October 9Closed
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Tuesday, October 10All DayBrewster Ladies' Library website
Halloween Pet Costume Contest Submission Date
DEADLINE EXTENDED!!!!!!!!!! The Brewster Ladies’ Library is having a pet costume contest this year. Send us your best picture of your pet dressed in costume by October 20TH. We’ll post all the submitted photos online to our Facebook page on Tuesday October 24 for everyone to see and like.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 1011:00 AM—2:00 PMOutreach TableBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Outreach Table: Cape Cod Hospital Auxiliary Orleans Branch
Our mission is to raise funds for the Cape Cod Hospital and serve as a community liaison by providing information about Cape Cod Healthcare to the Cape residents and summer visitors. Other branches of the Auxiliary are in Chatham/Harwich and the CCHA Thrift Shop in Hyannis.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 101:00—2:00 PMMeeting RoomBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Afternoon Book Group
Join the afternoon book group either in-person or over Zoom each month on the second Tuesday at 1:00pm! Email bsmith@eastgate. net to register as a Zoom participant. October: Washington Square by Henry JamesNovember: Cat's Cradle by Kurt VonnegutDecember: The House on Mango Street by Sandra CisnerosJanuary: Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale HurstonFebruary: One of Ours by Willa CatherMarch: Passage to India by E.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 104:00—5:00 PMReference DepartmentBrewster Ladies' Library1822 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 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 MoreTuesday, October 105:30—6:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
CANCELED - Self-Publishing Seminar with Sharon D. Anderson
You've written a book, now what? This seminar offers you easy-to-follow ideas and directions taking you through the entire process of Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) to launch your book in both soft cover and e-book for sale on Amazon. com. Sharon will also have her book for purchase, The Blue Book of Self-Publishing.…Learn More11
Wednesday, October 1110:30—11:00 AMChildren's AreaBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Story Time
Read stories, sing songs, and get up and move! Story time will be outside, weather permitting. Please bring a beach chair to sit on.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 112:00—3:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Discovery & Enrichment Series: It’s Not the Economy, Stupid, It’s the Culture
Well-known political commentator and author Joe Klein will address the major cultural issues of today that determine the outcome of an election: race, sexuality, immigration, guns, and abortion. Klein publishes an online newsletter called Sanity Claus, which analyzes current events.…Learn More12
Thursday, October 125:30—6:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Zoom
Banned Book Club: Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe
Come discuss Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz. Learn about the latest news on Banned Books and read a Banned/Challenged book each month with the Brewster Ladies' Library Banned Book Club. Members can meet in person or attend the meeting via Zoom.…Learn More13
Friday, October 1310:30—11:30 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Toddler Town
Toddler Town! for children ages 3 and younger accompanied by a supervising adult family member. Age appropriate toys, books and activities in a safe play environment invite young children to play and practice sharing with their peers. Space is limited so sign up today! We are no longer offering drop in playgroups just yet.…Learn More
Friday, October 131:00—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, October 141:00—2:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Halloween Costume Swap
Do you have old Halloween costumes sitting in your closet? Are they still in good shape? Bring them to the library and see if you can find a new one for Halloween that was sitting in someone else's closet. 83% of Halloween costumes use non-recyclable oil-based plastics and end up in landfills (according to a 2023 study done by WasteManged in the UK).…Learn MoreSaturday, October 147:00—8:00 PMOffsite Location
Nickerson Memorial Lecture: Geraldine Brooks
If you were registered for the September 16th event that was postponed, you have been contacted to confirm your attendance at the October 14th lecture. Please check your spam and promotional folders if this email did not appear in your in box. The Brewster Ladies’ Library Association has announced that acclaimed author and journalist Geraldine Brooks will be the featured speaker for the Frances Mapes Nickerson Memorial Lecture, set for October 14, 2023 in Brewster.…Learn More15
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Tuesday, October 1711:00 AM—1:00 PMOutreach TableBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Outreach Table: Association to Preserve Cape Cod
Since 1968, the Association to Preserve Cape Cod has been Cape Cod’s voice for the environment. Our efforts have led to landmark achievements in water resource protection, land preservation and smart growth. Cape Cod is a fragile land of unique habitats and sensitive natural resources.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 174:00—5:00 PMReference DepartmentBrewster Ladies' Library1822 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 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 MoreTuesday, October 174:00—5:00 PMHistoric RoomBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Finance Committee Meeting
Brewster Ladies' Library Association Finance Committee Meeting
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Wednesday, October 1810:30—11:00 AMChildren's AreaBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Story Time
Read stories, sing songs, and get up and move! Story time will be outside, weather permitting. Please bring a beach chair to sit on.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 182:00—3:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Discovery & Enrichment Series: Extreme Weather: Is Climate Change the cause?
Noted meteorologist Chris Gloninger, will share his insights on climate change and its causes.
Mr. Gloninger will also tell his own story: his career in Boston, his move to Iowa, where he received death threats follpwing his discussion of climate change, and his return to join the Woods Hole Group.…Learn More19
Thursday, October 194:00—6:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Monthly BLLA Board Meeting
The monthly Board Meeting for the Brewster Ladies' Library Association.
Thursday, October 195:00—6:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Tiny Art Workshop for Adults
Help us create a community display for our bulletin board by joining us to create tiny art! You will be given a 6in x 6in tile to design and paint. Leave the tile with us and we'll get it prepped for display and hang it in the front entrance will everyone else's tiny art.…Learn More20
Friday, October 2010:30—11:30 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Toddler Town
Toddler Town! for children ages 3 and younger accompanied by a supervising adult family member. Age appropriate toys, books and activities in a safe play environment invite young children to play and practice sharing with their peers. Space is limited so sign up today! We are no longer offering drop in playgroups just yet.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 212:00—3:00 PMTeen RoomBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Tiny Art Workshop for Teens
Help us create a community display for our bulletin board by joining us to create tiny art! You will be given a 4in x 4in tile to design and paint. Leave the tile with us and we'll get it prepped for display and hang it in the front entrance will everyone else's tiny art.…Learn More22
Sunday, October 22Closed
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Monday, October 23Closed
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Tuesday, October 24All DayBrewster Ladies' Library website
Halloween Pet Costume Contest Voting Day
Vote for the cutest pets in costumes! Just "like" the pictures you like the most. The picture with the most likes by the time we open Wednesday morning will win a gift card to the Brewster General Store. Pictures will be on our Facebook page all day. Email your picture to ysevents@brewsterladieslibrary.…Learn MoreTuesday, October 244:00—5:00 PMReference DepartmentBrewster Ladies' Library1822 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 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 MoreTuesday, October 247:00—8:00 PMZoom
A Virtual Talk with Author Emily Franklin on The Lioness of Boston
Join us for a virtual event with author Emily Franklin, as we dive into her novel, The Lioness of Boston. A deeply evocative portrait of Isabella Stewart Gardner, a daring visionary who created an inimitable legacy in American art and transformed the city of Boston itself.…Learn More25
Wednesday, October 2510:30—11:00 AMChildren's AreaBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Story Time
Read stories, sing songs, and get up and move! Story time will be outside, weather permitting. Please bring a beach chair to sit on.…Learn More
Wednesday, October 2511:00 AM—1:30 PMOutreach TableBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Outreach Table: Lower Cape TV
Because there's a shortage of local news organizations, you're invited to add Lower Cape TV to your sources of Cape news. For free, enjoy an ad-free nonprofit newsletter where local journalists inform, entertain, and connect you to your chosen topics.…Learn MoreWednesday, October 253:00—4:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Tiny Art Workshop for Kids
Help us create a community display for our bulletin board by joining us to create tiny art! You will be given a 4in x 4in tile to design and paint. Leave the tile with us and we'll get it prepped for display and hang it in the front entrance will everyone else's tiny art.…Learn More26
Thursday, October 262:30—4:00 PMOffsite Location
CANCELED - Literary Musings @ Maplewood
Join librarians Devon and Michelle from Brewster Ladies' Library to hear the latest book news! Devon will discuss some big titles from October and spotlight mysteries. Michelle will have books available to borrow, and both librarians hope you'll share what you enjoy reading.…Learn More
Thursday, October 265:30—6:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
The 90th Anniversary of the Civilian Conservation Corps: Its History & Legacy in Massachusetts
Join us for a talk about the 90th Anniversary of the founding of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). The CCC began on April 5, 1933 when President Roosevelt signed the Emergency Conservation Act that was part of the “New Deal” to relieve the poverty and unemployment of the Depression.…Learn More27
Friday, October 2710:00—11:00 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Flagpole CourtyardBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Halloween Parade with Special Musical Guest: Paul Kehoe
Come in costume and join us for our annual Halloween parade! We will meet at the Library at 10 am. From there, we march to the Brewster General Store for treats and songs. Then, we keep going for more treats past First Parish, Brewster to Kinlin Grover and finally end back at the Library! This year, we will be joined by a special guest: local musician Paul Kehoe.…Learn MoreFriday, October 272:00—4:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Movie Matinee: The Haunting
Dr. John Markway, an anthropologist with an interest in psychic phenomena, takes two specially selected women to Hill House, a reportedly haunted mansion. Eleanor (Julie Harris), a lonely, eccentric woman with a supernatural event in her past, and the bold Theodora (Claire Bloom), who has ESP, join John and the mansion's heir, cynical Luke (Russ Tamblyn).…Learn More28
Saturday, October 2810:00 AM—12:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
October Art Show Takedown
Richard Perry: Covidian Watercolors and Reliefs 2019-2023
The Brewster art show will be followed by Richard's Friends of Snow Library talk and slide presentation entitled “The Joy of Looking at Things” at Snow Library at 1:30 pm November 14, 2023.…Learn MoreSaturday, October 282:00—4:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
Voices of Migrants: The Ntumba Family
The Ntumbas are Tony, Joelle, and Pearl, an asylum-seeking family who came to the U. S. from the Democratic Republic of Congo. For almost a decade, the Refugee Support Team of Nauset Interfaith has had the pleasure of knowing and supporting this delightful family who call the Cape home.…Learn More29
Sunday, October 29Closed
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Monday, October 30Closed
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Tuesday, October 314:00—5:00 PMReference DepartmentBrewster Ladies' Library1822 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 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