Woburn
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Woburn Public Library Newsletter - June 2023
Schools and Libraries
June 1, 2023
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Programs for All Ages
Juneteenth Emancipation Day Celebration
Saturday, June 17. All Day.
Celebrate a world of Black excellence - keynote address by Andrea Joy Campbell, Attorney General of Massachusetts. 2:30-3:15pm Storyteller.
All ages are welcome to this free event.
Summer Reading Kick Off: Local Author Book Fair
Saturday, June 24. 1-4 PM.
Woburn Public Library is excited to kick off this year's summer reading program with our second annual Local Author Book Fair. Authors and illustrators from Woburn and nearby towns will talk about their books and have copies for sale.
This year’s authors include Gershon Ben Keren, Kelly Colón, Ewa Erdman, Jeanne Freeman, Carol Gordon Ekster, Laura Hatosy, Nicci Kadilak, EN Light, Aashna Miharia, Alicia Restucci, Ann Taylor, and more! Check back for updates.
Sign up for summer reading, enter raffles, and enjoy novelty ice cream pops generously donated by Nanabette’s Ice Cream.
All ages are welcome to this free event.
Discover India: A Musical Journey
Wednesday, June 21. 7-8 PM.
The Discover India Series is a program partnership between the Woburn Public Library and the India Association of Greater Boston (IAGB). This series explores India's rich culture and includes exciting forays into history, food, art and music.
Experience Hindustani (North Indian) classical instrumental music followed by a presentation by the musicians. The presentation will include three Indian Instruments – Sita, Guitarod, Tabla.
All ages are welcome to this free event.
Adult Evening Programs
Yoga with Kat
Thursdays, June 1-29.
6:30-7:30 PM.
This class will include breathwork, meditation, stretching, and functional movement. Encouraged for all levels.
Details for Yoga >>
Caregivers Overview of Medicare and Health Plan Options
Monday, June 5. 6:30-7:30 PM.
Trying to help a family member or friend understand Medicare? This educational presentation reviews Medicare, additional Medicare plans such as supplements, Medicare Advantage and Part D, and timeframes for enrolling. Help your friend or family member make informed decisions.
Details for Caregivers Overview >>
Coffee Talk with Therapy Gardens
Tuesday, June 20. 7-8 PM.
Join us for some serious coffee talk, from light to dark roast and everything in between. We will also review different brewing methods and equipment, local and national brands, and much more. If you're a coffee person, this one is not to be missed! Presented by Therapy Gardens.
Improv Workshop
Tuesday, June 27. 7-8 PM.
In this workshop, participants will learn and practice improvisation activities and techniques that will help to improve expressive language skills as well promote faster thinking and decrease stress. No experience necessary.
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Novel Ideas Book Club
Monday, June 12. 7-8 PM.
The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth.
No registration required.
SciFi Fantasy Book Club
Wednesday, July 5. 7-8 PM.
All Systems Red by Martha Wells.
Details for the SFF Book Club >>
Virtual Q&A w/author Martha Wells
Thursday, July 13. 7-8 PM.
Details for Martha Wells Q&A >>
Adult Weekday Programs
Springtime Garden Ideas
Friday, June 2. 1-2 PM.
Tired of the same old garden? Whether you enjoy growing indoors or outdoors, come check out these unique (and easy) garden ideas. We will review several common and uncommon vegetable, herb, and flower plants that you can grow, including what to plant and when, companion planting techniques to increase yield and deter pests, and more. Great for indoor and outdoor gardeners! Presented by Therapy Gardens.
Details for Springtime Gardens >>
The Beatles: From Liverpool to Abbey Road
Friday, June 16. 1-2:30 PM.
When Franklin D. Roosevelt took office in March 1933, the nation was on the verge of financial collapse. This session explores the dramatic actions taken by FDR to prevent the collapse of America’s banking system during his first week as president. Led by Jeffrey Urbin, Education Specialist at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
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Book, Schmook! Genre Discussion
Friday, June 23. 1-2:30 PM.
Book, Schmook! We're doing the whole genre!
In this group, rather than reading and discussing a specific book, each time we will focus on the ins and outs of a different literary genre. Share your thoughts and opinions on the genre in general, as well as books & authors within that genre, and recommend titles you’ve enjoyed. This program is geared toward adults, and will, of course, come with snacks.
This month’s discussion will focus on: Chick lit meets Lad lit. What’s the difference?
From The Jazz Singer to A Star Is Born: A History of the Movie Musical
Friday, June 30. 1-2 PM.
As soon as movies could talk, they began to sing and dance—and musicals quickly became among the most popular film genres in America. Over the next nine decades, the movie musical would evolve to embrace every type of performance, from operatta to rock and soul, from tap to ballet, and every type of format, from Broadway hits to original creations from composers like Cole Porter, George Gershwin, and Irving Berlin. This presentation will look at the fascinating history of this unique format, and include more than thirty excerpts, featuring artists like Fred Astaire, Judy Garland, the Nicholas Brothers, Busby Berkeley, Gene Kelly, and the Beatles. Presented by Brian Rose.
Details for From Jazz Singer >>
Adult Virtual Programs
Virtual Author Visits
In Conversation with Nancy Horan. Wednesday, June 28. 6-8 PM.
Details for Nancy Horan >>
Red Sox Nation with Chad Finn. Wednesday, June 28. 6-8 PM.
Details for Chad Finn >>
New Orleans: A Writer's City with TR Johnson. Thursday, June 29. 2-3 PM.
Details for TR Johnson >>
Virtual Lectures
Native Americans of New England: History, Colonial Legacies, and Survival. Thursday, June 1. 7-8 PM.
Details for Native Americans of NE >>
Gender Equality & The Carter Administration with the Carter Presidential Library. Tuesday, June 6. 2-3 PM.
Details for Gender Equality >>
Inside The Library Land Project -- What I Learned From Visiting 400+ Public Libraries. Wednesday, June 7. 7-8 PM.
Details for Library Land Project >>
Bert & Lou -- The Story of the Herbert Hoover Family with the Hoover Presidential Library. Tuesday, June 13. 2-3 PM.
Details for Bert & Lou >>
A Celebration of Massachusetts Libraries -- A History of Libraries In The Bay State. Wednesday, June 14. 7-8 PM.
Details for Celebration of Mass Libraries >>
Interrogating Presidential Photos with the Ford Presidential Library. Tuesday, June 20. 2-3 PM.
Details for Interrogating Presidential Photos >>
Out of the Archives -- A Look Back At The Marshall Plan with the Truman Presidential Library. Tuesday, June 27. 2-3 PM.
Details for Out of the Archives >>
50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (Virtual)
1st and 3rd Wednesdays every month. 9:30-11:30 AM.
2nd and 4th Wednesdays every month. 6-8 PM.
Job seekers can join at anytime!
More than 60 Massachusetts public libraries have partnered to offer the 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group program to support people fifty years and older looking for a new job, a new career direction, or a Second Act career. Take advantage of these free biweekly skillbuilding and networking group meetings. A new topic will be covered at each meeting. Attendance at each session is not necessary – but highly recommended!
Details for 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
Leran a New Skill
Teach yourself a new language anytime with Pronunciator.
Library card required
Improve Your Grades or
Get Career Advice
Live tutors available everyday with Tutor.com.
Library card required.
Adult Maker Space Programs
Adult Coloring
Every Monday from 10 AM-1 PM.
No registration required.
Details for Adult Coloring >>
Adult Maker Space Craft Classes: Bottle Cap Flowers
Saturday, June 3. 2-3 PM.
Details for Saturday Class >>
Thursday, May 18. 7-8:30 PM.
Details for Evening Class >>
Adult Maker Space Craft Classes: Book Clocks
Thursday, May 11. 7-8:30 PM.
Details for Book Clocks >>
Fiber Arts Club
Monday, June 5. 6-8 PM.
No registration required.
Details for Fiber Arts Club >>
Parent & Tween Crafting Night
Thursday, June 1. 7-8:30 PM.
Details for Craft Night >>
Adult Maker Space Craft Classes: Rainbow Clouds
Friday, June 9. 1-2 PM.
Details for Rainbow Clouds >>
Introduction to Laser Cutting for Adults
Thursday, June 15. 7-8:30 PM.
Details for Intro to Laser Cutting >>
Sewing Bees Sewing Club
Monday, June 26. 6-8 PM.
No registration required.
Details for Sewing Bees >>
Teen Programs
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Monday, June 12. 4-5 PM.
Help decide what happens at YOUR library! (and get snacks & volunteer hours). Concerns, comments, or ideas for Teen events and programming? Join the monthly Teen Advisory Board meeting to have your voice heard.
Details for the Teen Advisory Board
Teen Mural Painting
Mondays. 5-6 PM.
Join Social Capital Inc. (SCI) to create a mural that will be displayed in the library's Teen Room. No registation necessary; drop in when you can!
Details for Teen Mural Painting >>
Needle Felted Rainbow Patches
Saturday, June 3. 2-3:30 PM.
Make a fuzzy felted patch with wool. Pick from four rainbow designs. Use the finished piece as a patch on a jacket, or frame it for a unique piece of art. Pop up Art School will show you how to use a barbed needle and wool roving to make this cool accessory. Needle felting is fun and easier than it looks!
Details for Rainbow Patches >>
Teen Clay Time
Friday, June 9 & 23. 2:30-3:30 PM.
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at sculpting miniatures or making your own jewelry? Already have a clay project in mind but need the supplies?
Clay Time is an open art workshop for teens ages 11-19. We will provide air-dry clay in a wide range of colors and sculpting tools. Make anything your heart desires and take it home with you the same day.
Details for Clay Time (6/9) >>
Details for Clay Time (6/23) >>
Teen Journaling Corner
Tuesdays. 4-5 PM.
Each session will feature a different journaling style in a fun, coffee shop inspired atmosphere. We will try out dream journaling, bullet journaling, travel journaling, and journaling for emotional expression. You do not have to check your angst at the door!
Bring your own beloved journal or decorate a brand new one during our first session.
No registration required.
Teen Chess Club
Tuesdays. 5:30-6:30 PM.
Want to learn to play chess? Know the basics, but want to improve your skills? Already know how to play, but have no one to play with? Stop by Chess Club! Boards provided. All skill-levels welcome!
No registration required.
*Virtual Event*
Dishing Out Drag with Giganta Smalls
Saturday, June 10. 4-5 PM.
Experience the world of drag through the eyes of popular New England Drag Queen Giganta Smalls! Teens aged 13 to 18 are welcome to join her as she dishes on what the life of a drag performer is like and maybe pick up a few tips on getting started in the world of drag! Join us virtually on June 10th at 4:00 PM for this fun-filled presentation.
Details for Dishing Out Drag >>
Pride Trivia
Wednesday, June 21. 7-8 PM.
More information coming soon! Check the calendar for updates.
Teen Movie Night: The Half of It
Wednesday, June 14. 6-8:30 PM.
No registration required.
Iris Book Club: An LGBTQ+ Book Club for Teens
Monday, June 26. 4-5 PM.
Are you part of or an ally of the LGBTQ+ community? Are you trying to find more inclusive novels? Do you wish you had more queer friends? If so, join the Iris Book Club, an LGBTQ+ book club for teens!
Pet by Akwaeki Emezi
Details for June's Iris Book Club >>
Teen Movie Night: Booksmart
Wednesday, June 28. 6-8:30 PM.
No registration required.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons: Dragon Heist
Thursdays. 5-6:30 PM.
Our grand Waterdeep: Dragon Heist adventure continues! It isn't too late to join our band of adventurers. This is campaign is designed to take your characters from level 1-5.
New to D&D? That's ok; whether you have only played a few times or have never rolled a 20-sided dice before, this is a supportive environment to learn the rules and have fun.
Details for June's Campaign >>