September 2024

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Sunday, September 1Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Monday, September 2Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Tuesday, September 310:30—11:45 AMHistoric RoomBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Grief Support Group with Maureen Keane-Bottino

Grief SupportOn the first Tuesday morning of each month, join Maureen Keane-Bottino in a gathering for people living with the death of a spouse. The change of seasons, the progression of time, day to day activities; all can be overwhelming and challenging. In shared Grief experiences, we can create a community of support and comfort.…Learn More

Tuesday, September 34:00—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, September 410:30—11:00 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Storytime

BearRead stories, sing songs, and get up and move! Story time will be in the Auditorium.…Learn More
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Thursday, September 510:30—11:00 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Babies & Books Storytime

Bear ReadingEarly literacy begins at birth! Join Miss Michelle for stories, songs, rhymes & social time for babies & their caregivers. Thursdays @ 10:30  in the Auditorium. For ages 0-2. Drop in.
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Friday, September 610:30 AM—1:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Discovery & Enrichment Series: Volunteer Fair

Volunteer Fair 2024The Brewster Ladies’ Library Association is excited to repeat our successful Volunteer Fair of last fall! The Fair will be held at the Library on September 6th in a drop-in format. Each participating organization will provide an overview of the volunteer opportunities for that organization.…Learn More
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Saturday, September 72:00—4:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Movie Matinee: Belfast, a Kenneth Branagh Film

BelfastWritten and directed by Academy Award® nominee Kenneth Branagh, Belfast is a poignant story of love, laughter and loss in one boy's childhood, amid the music and social tumult of the late 1960s. Buddy's family lives in a largely Protestant district with a few Catholic families but one day his community and everything he thought he understood about life is suddenly turned upside down.…Learn More
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Sunday, September 8Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Monday, September 9Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Tuesday, September 101:00—2:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Afternoon Book Group

BookGroupThruDec2024Join 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. July: In the Time of the Butterflies by Julia AlvarezAugust: Bel Canto by Ann PatchettSeptember:…Learn More

Tuesday, September 102:00—3:00 PMZoom

Virtual Speaker Series: Capturing the Human Drama Through History with Garrett Graff

Garrett GraffDon’t forget to register for this incredibly moving virtual chat with New York Times bestselling author Garrett Graff! An expert at capturing the human drama, Graff will speak about his body of work with particular focus on his oral histories, The Only Plane in the Sky: An Oral History of 9/11 and When the Sea Came Alive: An Oral History of D-Day.…Learn More

Tuesday, September 104:00—5:00 PMReference DepartmentBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

CANCELED - 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, September 1110:30—11:00 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Storytime

BearRead stories, sing songs, and get up and move! Story time will be in the Auditorium.  
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Thursday, September 1210:30—11:00 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Babies & Books Storytime

Bear ReadingEarly literacy begins at birth! Join Miss Michelle for stories, songs, rhymes & social time for babies & their caregivers. Thursdays @ 10:30  in the Auditorium. For ages 0-2. Drop in.

Thursday, September 123:30—4:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Yoga Neighborhood

yoga2Yoga 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.…Learn More
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Friday, September 131:00—4:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Boomerang Bags Sewing Bee

Boomerang Bags Sewing BeeHelp 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.…Learn More
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Saturday, September 1410:30 AM—12:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Autumn Craft with Happy Hoops

AutumnCraftFeeling crafty? Join Jessee from Happy Hoops for a fun and relaxed fall craft workshop where you can create your own mushroom wall hanging. All materials and instruction is provided making the crafting process easy and enjoyable. For ages 16 and up. Jessee Coen is a homeschooling mother of three.…Learn More
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Sunday, September 15Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Monday, September 16Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Tuesday, September 174:00—5:00 PMReference DepartmentBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

CANCELED - 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

Tuesday, September 175:30—6:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

The Four Pillars of Health: Pillars & Pearls

FourPillarsIt seems like everyone is talking about the importance of food, sleep, physical activity and emotional well-being, but where and how do you begin? How do you discern fact from fiction, marketing hype from science, and one-size-fits-all from the protocols that suit your lifestyle, goals and biology?Join us as integrative health experts, Susan Baumgarten and Alison Dwyer distill the Four Pillars into essential pearls to help you get started.…Learn More
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Wednesday, September 1810:30—11:00 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Storytime

BearRead stories, sing songs, and get up and move! Story time will be in the Auditorium.  

Wednesday, September 182:00—3:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Discovery & Enrichment Series: Wing Island: History Revealed Through Archaeology

WingIslandEver since the end of the last ice age 11,900 years ago, Cape Cod has been shaped by the forces of nature. The Coastline of Brewster and its only island provide an excellent example. The archaeology project on Wing Island has revealed the presence of the Wampanoag tribe on the island.…Learn More

Wednesday, September 182:00—3:00 PMZoom

Virtual Speaker Series: Living with an Expansive Mind, with Nate Klemp, PhD

OpenBk2Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World, with Nate Klemp, PhDJoin us as New York Times bestselling author and philosopher Nate Klemp helps us explore pathways back to openminded living when he talks to us about the core tenets in his new book Open: Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World.…Learn More

Wednesday, September 187:00—8:00 PMVirtual Event Hosted by Other Library

Bestselling Author, Lucy Gilmore: Virtual Discussion and Q+A

LucyGilmoreJoin Lucy Gilmore as she discusses her newest release, The Library of Borrowed Hearts, in a virtual session on Wednesday, September 18 at 7pm. Take a deep dive into the inspiration that drives her stories, how she balances writing and life, and her use of the great works of literature to shape her books.…Learn More
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Thursday, September 1910:30—11:00 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Babies & Books Storytime

Bear ReadingEarly literacy begins at birth! Join Miss Michelle for stories, songs, rhymes & social time for babies & their caregivers. Thursdays @ 10:30  in the Auditorium. For ages 0-2. Drop in.

Thursday, September 192:30—4:00 PMOffsite Location

Literary Musings @ Maplewood

Join librarians from Brewster Ladies' Library to hear the latest book news! Some popular new titles will be discussed, and a different genre will be spotlighted each month. The librarians will have books available to borrow, and both librarians hope you'll share what you enjoy reading.
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Saturday, September 211:00—2:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Nintendo Switch Tournament

MarioRescheduleCome to the library to play Mario Kart on the big screen! We'll have snacks and chairs to watch the gaming too. This program is for kids 8 and up. Registration is required.

Saturday, September 214:00—5:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Annual Meeting of the Brewster Historical Society, Featuring Author Timothy Walker

timwalkerThe Brewster Historical Society Annual Meeting presents: Sailing to Freedom: Maritime Dimensions of the Underground Railroad edited by Timothy Walker Ph. D. (University of Massachusetts Press, 2021). Professor Timothy Walker, Ph. D. , will discuss his book.…Learn More

Saturday, September 217:00—8:00 PMZoom

Virtual Speaker Series: Dive into Character Development with Liane Moriarty

LianeMoriartyA Deep Dive in Character Development with Global Sensation Liane MoriartyIf you knew your future, would you try to fight fate? If you were told you only had a certain amount of time left to live, would you do things differently? Would you try to dodge your destiny? Join us as we chat with mega-bestselling author Liane Moriarty about her newest novel Here One Moment.…Learn More
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Sunday, September 22Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Monday, September 23Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Tuesday, September 244:00—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

Tuesday, September 245:00—6:30 PMOutreach TableBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Massachusetts Cultural Council Information Table

MAculturalcouncilMembers of the Brewster Cultural Council will be at a help and information desk for those interested in applying for the 2025 grants on Tuesdays, September 24th and October 8th, from 5:00-6:30pm, and on Thursday, September 26th, from 5-6:30pm. 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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Wednesday, September 2510:30—11:00 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Storytime

BearRead stories, sing songs, and get up and move! Story time will be in the Auditorium.  

Wednesday, September 251:00—2:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Streaming 101

SeptStreamingDo you know how to get your favorite shows streamed directly to your home?Would you like to?Streaming is a convenient and easy way of getting your favorite programs into your home for less than the price of cable. Join our Technology Librarian Stephen in this class that will cover the various Streaming services, their costs and benefits, how they affect your streaming choices, as well as the best streaming services for your needs.

Wednesday, September 254:30—6:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Discovery & Enrichment Series: Immigration: A Complex Issue with Rachel Self

ImmigrationIssueJoin Rachel M. Self, Immigration Attorney & Legal Analyst, for an insightful conversation on U. S. immigration policies. The discussion will cover asylum, deportation, resident visas, family-based petitions, and the process of naturalization. Fill…Learn More
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Thursday, September 2610:30—11:00 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Babies & Books Storytime

Bear ReadingEarly literacy begins at birth! Join Miss Michelle for stories, songs, rhymes & social time for babies & their caregivers. Thursdays @ 10:30  in the Auditorium. For ages 0-2. Drop in.

Thursday, September 263:30—4:30 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Yoga Neighborhood

yoga2Yoga 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.…Learn More

Thursday, September 265:00—6:30 PMOutreach TableBrewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Massachusetts Cultural Council Information Table

MAculturalcouncilMembers of the Brewster Cultural Council will be at a help and information desk for those interested in applying for the 2025 grants on Tuesdays, September 24th and October 8th, from 5:00-6:30pm, and on Thursday, September 26th, from 5-6:30pm. 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, September 2710:00—11:00 AMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Toddler Town

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 beginning August 27! We are no longer offering drop in playgroups just yet.…Learn More

Friday, September 271:00—4:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Boomerang Bags Sewing Bee

Boomerang Bags Sewing BeeHelp 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.…Learn More
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Saturday, September 2810:00 AM—1:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Take Down: The World Outside Your Door: The Art of Lisa Raczka

WorldAtYourDoorLisa Raczka fell in love with photography at the age of 16 when a teacher put a Minolta in her hands. She began to see the world differently, and was able to view everything from the tiniest of creatures to the vastness of the Milky Way. She is drawn to capture macro, landscape, intentional camera movement, birds and the night sky.…Learn More

Saturday, September 282:00—3:00 PMAuditorium Brewster Ladies' Library1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631

Historical Fiction: Inspiring and Educating Writers and Readers with Author Janis Robinson Daly

PathBeneathHerFeetLocal author Janis Robinson Daly will share how and why she came to write historical fiction with the launch of her debut novel, THE UNLOCKED PATH, and its sequel, THE PATH BENEATH HER FEET, along with a discussion of the popularity of the historical fiction genre among readers.…Learn More
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Sunday, September 29Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library

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Monday, September 30Closed

Brewster Ladies' Library