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Tuesday February 9, 2010
Family Storytime
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Stories, music and time for a craft! Ages 0-5. Registration is not required. We ask that parents and care
givers participate in the storytime activities with their child or children.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday February 10, 2010
Cancelled--The Education Cooperative
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
This meeting has been cancelled in anticipation of the weather. There's another one on March 2nd.
Contact:
Sherri Sigel 774-279-0036
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday February 11, 2010
Wayland Garden Club Workshop
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Sudbury Valley Nature Photographers Monthly Meeting
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Contact:
Betsy Moyer 978-369-1261
Friday February 12, 2010
Noontime Book Group
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
March (2005)
by Geraldine Brooks
Contact:
Kathy Powers 508-358-2311
Location: Raytheon Room
Rep. Conroy District Office Hours
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday February 15, 2010
Library closed for Presidents Day
Tuesday February 16, 2010
Creative Dance Theater
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us for a special hour of creative dance and drama with Susan Paino. For preschool children and their parents and siblings. Registration is not required. We ask that parents and care givers participate in the program activities with their child or children.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday February 17, 2010
Bugworks
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Explore the wonderful world of bugs! Bugworks will present their popular Bugology program for ages 5 and up. This interactive program features live animals! Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Poetry Workshop
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Contact:
Joan Kimball 978-318-0991
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday February 18, 2010
Ecology of Sound with Ricardo Frota
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
"Ecology of Sound" is an Interactive Multicultural Music Performance presenting the music from Brazil, West Africa, Amazon and North American Natives.The performance highlights the use of traditional and invented rhythm instruments using recycled and natural found objects. Ages 3 and up. Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Virginia Slep-Great Presenter Series
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
INTRODUCTION TO HYPNOSIS
Virginia Slep
In recent years, hypnosis has gained increasing respect from the medical community and health plans for its effectiveness. It allows your mind to accept positive suggestions which help you to let go of behaviors not working for you. Virginia will explain what hypnosis is and how it works. She will conclude with a 20 minute demonstration session.
Virginia Slep has a private practice in Clinical Hypnotherapy. She works closely with many doctors and hospitals in Boston and Metrowest and has offered hypnosis programs at Framingham State, Regis College, and Middlesex Community College.
Full Great Presenters Schedule
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday February 19, 2010
Family Movie
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for a family movie! Based on the children’s book, this animated adventure follows a scientist who tries to solve world hunger only to see things go awry as food falls from the sky in abundance. This is the most delicious event since macaroni met cheese! Refreshments will be served. Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Wayland Historical Society Board Meeting
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Contact:
Jane Sciacca 508-358-2980
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday February 22, 2010
Author Jenna Blum
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Appearance by author Jenna BlumMs. Blum’s debut novel, Those Who Save Us, was published by Harcourt in 2004. In October 2007 it jumped onto the New York Times Bestseller List and has been there ever since. Sheis currently working on her second novel, The Stormchasers, forthcoming from Penguin, and she's teaching novel workshops at Grub Street Writers in Boston.
Tuesday February 23, 2010
Family Storytime
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Stories, music and time for a craft! Ages 0-5. Registration is not required. We ask that parents and care
givers participate in the storytime activities with their child or children.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Foreign Film Series
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
"OSAMA"
Afghanistan, 2003
This powerful and remarkable drama chronicles the true story of a young girl in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan who must disguise herself as a boy to save her family from starvation. The first feature film made in Afghanistan in the post-Taliban era.
By Siddiq Barmak
(Pashtu/Dari with English subtitles), 82 minutes, PG-13
Link to Past Films
Contact:
Rachel Sideman-Kurtz rsideman@circleinfo.com
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday February 24, 2010
Library Trustee Meeting
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Selectmen's Meeting Room, Town Building
ESOL Tutor Training Class
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Training classes for new ESOL tutors are scheduled for five Wednesday mornings starting February 24. If you are interested in participating or have questions, please contact Ginny Steel, ESOL Program Director, at the phone number or email address listed above.
Contact:
Ginny Steel 508-358-7517 virginia@thesteels.com
Location: Raytheon Room
WSAPC Book Group
7:15 PM - 9:00 PM
WaylandCares Book Group:
Due to the size of the expected group, WaylandCares has relocated this session to the Trinitarian Congrational Church.
The library is excited to be co-sponsoring a series of facilitated book discussions for parents. At this meeting From Binge to Blackout, written by mother and son Chris and Toren Volkmann, will be discussed. The book chronicles one family's experience with youth alcoholism. To ensure adequate seating, please reserve your spot by emailing Wayland_Cares@wayland.k12.ma.us.
The library is excited to be co-sponsoring a series of facilitated book discussions for parents. At this meeting From Binge to Blackout, written by mother and son Chris and Toren Volkmann, will be discussed. The book chronicles one family's experience with youth alcoholism. To ensure adequate seating, please reserve your spot by emailing Wayland_Cares@wayland.k12.ma.us.
Location: Trinitarian Congregational Church
Thursday February 25, 2010
Saga of the Early Roman Empire
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
A series with Classical Studies scholar Frank Smith.
In this five-week course we shall study the rise of the Roman Empire from the Age of Augustus to Marcus Aurelius. We shall examine the cultural changes which occurred during this era through literature, art, and architecture. Selections from the writings of Martial, Petronius, Seneca, Suetonius, and Juvenal will provide a window onto this fascinating period of history. We shall view examples of artworks which graced the walls of imperial palaces and luxurious villas and see examples of the impressive religious and secular architecture of the age.
Before the first course meeting, Mr. Smith urges you to read the novel Pompeii by Robert Harris, an excellent introduction to our discussions, as it is an interesting study of the lives of the Pompeiians during the reign of the Emperor Titus before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
In this five-week course we shall study the rise of the Roman Empire from the Age of Augustus to Marcus Aurelius. We shall examine the cultural changes which occurred during this era through literature, art, and architecture. Selections from the writings of Martial, Petronius, Seneca, Suetonius, and Juvenal will provide a window onto this fascinating period of history. We shall view examples of artworks which graced the walls of imperial palaces and luxurious villas and see examples of the impressive religious and secular architecture of the age.
Before the first course meeting, Mr. Smith urges you to read the novel Pompeii by Robert Harris, an excellent introduction to our discussions, as it is an interesting study of the lives of the Pompeiians during the reign of the Emperor Titus before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
Location: Raytheon Room
Author David Brody
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Author David S. Brody comes to the library to talk about his newest novel, Cabal of the Westford Knight. Reminiscent of the DaVinci Code, the book is a suspense novel inspired by the legend of the Westford Knight. The legend recounts how Scottish explorers secretly visited Westford, Massachusetts in 1398, where they carved an effigy in stone to commemorate the death of a fallen comrade, a carving that remains visible today. But who were these explorers, and why had they come? The life of the story’s modern-day protagonist depends on finding the answers.Brody is a bestselling author named “Best Local Author” by the Boston Phoenix newspaper. He is a Director-at-Large of the New England Antiquities Research Association (NEARA). He hails from Westford, MA. He was featured on The History Channel in September of this year and is currently touring throughout Massachusetts.
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday February 26, 2010
The Nightingale
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Join us for a reading of Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale, The Nightingale. Dancers from the Commonwealth Ballet Company will accompany the reading in costume to show us how a story can become a ballet. Dancers will be available for questions following the reading. Reading is suitable for children ages 3-10. Children ages 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Tuesday March 2, 2010
Playtime @ the Library
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Come hear stories! New ones, old ones and many
in-between. There will be time to play with friends too. Ages 0-5. Registration is not required. We ask that parents and care givers participate in the storytime activities with their child or children.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
The Education Cooperative
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Contact:
Sherri Sigel 774-279-0036
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday March 3, 2010
ESOL Tutor Training Class
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Training classes for new ESOL tutors are scheduled for five Wednesday mornings starting February 24. If you are interested in participating or have questions, please contact Ginny Steel, ESOL Program Director, at the phone number or email address listed above.
Contact:
Ginny Steel 508-358-7517 virginia@thesteels.com
Location: Raytheon Room
Poetry Workshop
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Contact:
Joan Kimball 978-318-0991
Location: Raytheon Room
Evening Book Group
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Our book tonight will be Serena by Ron Rash.
Contact:
Andy Moore 508-358-2311
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday March 4, 2010
Saga of the Early Roman Empire
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
A series with Classical Studies scholar Frank Smith.
In this five-week course we shall study the rise of the Roman Empire from the Age of Augustus to Marcus Aurelius. We shall examine the cultural changes which occurred during this era through literature, art, and architecture. Selections from the writings of Martial, Petronius, Seneca, Suetonius, and Juvenal will provide a window onto this fascinating period of history. We shall view examples of artworks which graced the walls of imperial palaces and luxurious villas and see examples of the impressive religious and secular architecture of the age.
Before the first course meeting, Mr. Smith urges you to read the novel Pompeii by Robert Harris, an excellent introduction to our discussions, as it is an interesting study of the lives of the Pompeiians during the reign of the Emperor Titus before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
In this five-week course we shall study the rise of the Roman Empire from the Age of Augustus to Marcus Aurelius. We shall examine the cultural changes which occurred during this era through literature, art, and architecture. Selections from the writings of Martial, Petronius, Seneca, Suetonius, and Juvenal will provide a window onto this fascinating period of history. We shall view examples of artworks which graced the walls of imperial palaces and luxurious villas and see examples of the impressive religious and secular architecture of the age.
Before the first course meeting, Mr. Smith urges you to read the novel Pompeii by Robert Harris, an excellent introduction to our discussions, as it is an interesting study of the lives of the Pompeiians during the reign of the Emperor Titus before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
Location: Raytheon Room
Ronald Rosenthal-Great Presenter Series
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
FROM IMHOTEP TO IRAQ: MEDICAL ADVANCES THROUGH WAR
Ronald E. Rosenthal
From the time of the earliest known physicians in ancient Egypt up until the present, many medical advances have come through military experiences. These include epidemiology, sanitation, gastric physiology, amputations, prosthetics, transfusions, burn treatments, and neuro-psychiatric diseases. Ron will cover this history and how these advances have been integrated into civilian care, projecting what is coming in the future.
Ron is a retired orthopedic surgeon. He served as an Army surgeon in Viet Nam and has held faculty appointments at Washington University, Vanderbilt University, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
Full Great Presenters Schedule
Location: Raytheon Room
Saturday March 6, 2010
Reading with Dogs!
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog!
This innovative program pairs young readers with trained dog-and-handler teams from the Dog B.O.N.E.S. Therapy Dogs of Massachusetts. The program helps children develop their reading skills by offering them a relaxed, non-judgmental environment in which to practice reading aloud. Sign up for a 15-minute session by calling April Mazza at 508-358-2308
This innovative program pairs young readers with trained dog-and-handler teams from the Dog B.O.N.E.S. Therapy Dogs of Massachusetts. The program helps children develop their reading skills by offering them a relaxed, non-judgmental environment in which to practice reading aloud. Sign up for a 15-minute session by calling April Mazza at 508-358-2308
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday March 8, 2010
Impressionists--Auguste Renoir
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
PORTRAITS OF IMPRESSIONIST ARTISTS
Renoir, Degas, and Cassatt
Join Judy Schurgin, a longtime lecturer at the Wayland Public Library, to view and discuss the many works of these three influential Impressionist artists. Step into the world of color and gaiety with this series devoted to three late nineteenth century Impressionist artists who painted in France. Auguste Renoir produced gorgeous shimmering light filled paintings of parks, bathing establishments, dance halls, dancers, women and young children. Edgar Degas captured the spirit of modern life by creating scenes of practicing ballet dancers, people sitting in cafes, horses racing, musicians performing, women at their toilettes, and laundresses washing clothes. Mary Cassatt, the first American female artist to exhibit with the French Impressionists, depicted women in a variety of roles, including caring for children, attending the opera, drinking tea, writing letters and communing with nature. All three artists were very diverse and worked in a variety of media.
March 8: Auguste Renoir
March 15: Edgar Degas
March 22: Mary Cassatt
Renoir, Degas, and Cassatt
Join Judy Schurgin, a longtime lecturer at the Wayland Public Library, to view and discuss the many works of these three influential Impressionist artists. Step into the world of color and gaiety with this series devoted to three late nineteenth century Impressionist artists who painted in France. Auguste Renoir produced gorgeous shimmering light filled paintings of parks, bathing establishments, dance halls, dancers, women and young children. Edgar Degas captured the spirit of modern life by creating scenes of practicing ballet dancers, people sitting in cafes, horses racing, musicians performing, women at their toilettes, and laundresses washing clothes. Mary Cassatt, the first American female artist to exhibit with the French Impressionists, depicted women in a variety of roles, including caring for children, attending the opera, drinking tea, writing letters and communing with nature. All three artists were very diverse and worked in a variety of media.
March 8: Auguste Renoir
March 15: Edgar Degas
March 22: Mary Cassatt
Location: Raytheon Room
Weatherizing Your Home for Ultimate Savings
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
A free program provided by the Massachusetts Municipal Association.
Co-sponsored by the Wayland Public Library and the Wayland Energy Initiatives Advisory Committee
Want to reduce your home energy costs? Looking for cheap, do-it-yourself solutions? Want to know how to get the most bang for your buck when weatherizing your home? Interested in ways to finance this work and rebates available? You’ll learn about all this and more by attending this seminar.
The workshop will stress the importance of reducing heat usage by providing do-it-yourself sealing techniques; tips on hiring a contractor for in-depth alterations; resources for home audits and resources for financing alterations. Presenters will lead a slideshow to illustrate hands-on tips, discuss which changes are the most cost-effective, and provide free educational materials for attendees. Refreshments will be provided.
Co-sponsored by the Wayland Public Library and the Wayland Energy Initiatives Advisory Committee
Want to reduce your home energy costs? Looking for cheap, do-it-yourself solutions? Want to know how to get the most bang for your buck when weatherizing your home? Interested in ways to finance this work and rebates available? You’ll learn about all this and more by attending this seminar.
The workshop will stress the importance of reducing heat usage by providing do-it-yourself sealing techniques; tips on hiring a contractor for in-depth alterations; resources for home audits and resources for financing alterations. Presenters will lead a slideshow to illustrate hands-on tips, discuss which changes are the most cost-effective, and provide free educational materials for attendees. Refreshments will be provided.
Location: Raytheon Room
Tuesday March 9, 2010
Playtime @ the Library
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Come hear stories! New ones, old ones and many
in-between. There will be time to play with friends too. Ages 0-5.
Registration is not required. We ask that parents and care
givers participate in the storytime activities with their child or children.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday March 10, 2010
ESOL Tutor Training Class
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Training classes for new ESOL tutors are scheduled for five Wednesday mornings starting February 24. If you are interested in participating or have questions, please contact Ginny Steel, ESOL Program Director, at the phone number or email address listed above.
Contact:
Ginny Steel 508-358-7517 virginia@thesteels.com
Location: Raytheon Room
Amnesty International
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Organizational meeting for Wayland-Lincoln-Sudbury-Stow chapter.
Contact:
James Donegan 617-335-8817 jamesdonegan@comcast.net
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday March 11, 2010
Saga of the Early Roman Empire
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
A series with Classical Studies scholar Frank Smith.
In this five-week course we shall study the rise of the Roman Empire from the Age of Augustus to Marcus Aurelius. We shall examine the cultural changes which occurred during this era through literature, art, and architecture. Selections from the writings of Martial, Petronius, Seneca, Suetonius, and Juvenal will provide a window onto this fascinating period of history. We shall view examples of artworks which graced the walls of imperial palaces and luxurious villas and see examples of the impressive religious and secular architecture of the age.
Before the first course meeting, Mr. Smith urges you to read the novel Pompeii by Robert Harris, an excellent introduction to our discussions, as it is an interesting study of the lives of the Pompeiians during the reign of the Emperor Titus before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
In this five-week course we shall study the rise of the Roman Empire from the Age of Augustus to Marcus Aurelius. We shall examine the cultural changes which occurred during this era through literature, art, and architecture. Selections from the writings of Martial, Petronius, Seneca, Suetonius, and Juvenal will provide a window onto this fascinating period of history. We shall view examples of artworks which graced the walls of imperial palaces and luxurious villas and see examples of the impressive religious and secular architecture of the age.
Before the first course meeting, Mr. Smith urges you to read the novel Pompeii by Robert Harris, an excellent introduction to our discussions, as it is an interesting study of the lives of the Pompeiians during the reign of the Emperor Titus before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday March 12, 2010
Noontime Book Group
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Mrs. Dalloway (1925) by
Virginia Woolf
Contact:
Kathy Powers 508-358-2311
Location: Raytheon Room
Sunday March 14, 2010
History of Wayland FD
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Sponsored by the Wayland Historical Society.
Contact:
Jane Sciacca 508-358-2980
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday March 15, 2010
Impressionists--Edgar Degas
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
PORTRAITS OF IMPRESSIONIST ARTISTS
Renoir, Degas, and Cassatt
Join Judy Schurgin, a longtime lecturer at the Wayland Public Library, to view and discuss the many works of these three influential Impressionist artists. Step into the world of color and gaiety with this series devoted to three late nineteenth century Impressionist artists who painted in France. Auguste Renoir produced gorgeous shimmering light filled paintings of parks, bathing establishments, dance halls, dancers, women and young children. Edgar Degas captured the spirit of modern life by creating scenes of practicing ballet dancers, people sitting in cafes, horses racing, musicians performing, women at their toilettes, and laundresses washing clothes. Mary Cassatt, the first American female artist to exhibit with the French Impressionists, depicted women in a variety of roles, including caring for children, attending the opera, drinking tea, writing letters and communing with nature. All three artists were very diverse and worked in a variety of media.
March 8: Auguste Renoir
March 15: Edgar Degas
March 22: Mary Cassatt
Renoir, Degas, and Cassatt
Join Judy Schurgin, a longtime lecturer at the Wayland Public Library, to view and discuss the many works of these three influential Impressionist artists. Step into the world of color and gaiety with this series devoted to three late nineteenth century Impressionist artists who painted in France. Auguste Renoir produced gorgeous shimmering light filled paintings of parks, bathing establishments, dance halls, dancers, women and young children. Edgar Degas captured the spirit of modern life by creating scenes of practicing ballet dancers, people sitting in cafes, horses racing, musicians performing, women at their toilettes, and laundresses washing clothes. Mary Cassatt, the first American female artist to exhibit with the French Impressionists, depicted women in a variety of roles, including caring for children, attending the opera, drinking tea, writing letters and communing with nature. All three artists were very diverse and worked in a variety of media.
March 8: Auguste Renoir
March 15: Edgar Degas
March 22: Mary Cassatt
Location: Raytheon Room
Tuesday March 16, 2010
Playtime @ the Library
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Come hear stories! New ones, old ones and many
in-between. There will be time to play with friends too. Ages 0-5.
Registration is not required. We ask that parents and care
givers participate in the storytime activities with their child or children.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday March 17, 2010
Library Trustees Meeting
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Contact:
Ann Knight 508-358-2311
Location: Town Building
ESOL Tutor Training Class
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Training classes for new ESOL tutors are scheduled for five Wednesday mornings starting February 24. If you are interested in participating or have questions, please contact Ginny Steel, ESOL Program Director, at the phone number or email address listed above.
Contact:
Ginny Steel 508-358-7517 virginia@thesteels.com
Location: Raytheon Room
Poetry Workshop
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Contact:
Joan Kimball 978-318-0991
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday March 18, 2010
Saga of the Early Roman Empire
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
A series with Classical Studies scholar Frank Smith.
In this five-week course we shall study the rise of the Roman Empire from the Age of Augustus to Marcus Aurelius. We shall examine the cultural changes which occurred during this era through literature, art, and architecture. Selections from the writings of Martial, Petronius, Seneca, Suetonius, and Juvenal will provide a window onto this fascinating period of history. We shall view examples of artworks which graced the walls of imperial palaces and luxurious villas and see examples of the impressive religious and secular architecture of the age.
Before the first course meeting, Mr. Smith urges you to read the novel Pompeii by Robert Harris, an excellent introduction to our discussions, as it is an interesting study of the lives of the Pompeiians during the reign of the Emperor Titus before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
In this five-week course we shall study the rise of the Roman Empire from the Age of Augustus to Marcus Aurelius. We shall examine the cultural changes which occurred during this era through literature, art, and architecture. Selections from the writings of Martial, Petronius, Seneca, Suetonius, and Juvenal will provide a window onto this fascinating period of history. We shall view examples of artworks which graced the walls of imperial palaces and luxurious villas and see examples of the impressive religious and secular architecture of the age.
Before the first course meeting, Mr. Smith urges you to read the novel Pompeii by Robert Harris, an excellent introduction to our discussions, as it is an interesting study of the lives of the Pompeiians during the reign of the Emperor Titus before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
Location: Raytheon Room
American Girl Author Jackie Greene
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
FINDING THE STORIES IN HISTORY
Co-sponsored with the Wayland Historical Society
Local author Jacqueline Dembar Greene will talk about how historical research fuels her books. From libraries, museums, on-site visits, personal interviews, and internet searches, the history she uncovers is turned into a character’s story. Ms. Greene has written more than 30 fiction and non-fiction books for young readers, many of which have received national awards and recognition. In nearly every fiction book, a little-known piece of history sparks the plot. “I always remind readers that the very word history could be broken down into two key words: his story,” she says. “It might just as easily have been herstory.” In every case, a bit of sleuthing in historical records provides grist for the imagination mill.
Ms. Greene’s books are set in such varying places as Rembrandt’s home in Amsterdam in 1654, or in 1500s Barcelona when the Inquisition ruled with an iron fist. Her newest work is a six-book "American Girls" series about a fictional girl, Rebecca Rubin, set in 1914 New York City when immigrants flooded into America.
This program is suitable for adults or older teens. Ms. Greene will be at the library for a children's program on the Rebecca Rubin series and doll on April 22.
Co-sponsored with the Wayland Historical Society
Local author Jacqueline Dembar Greene will talk about how historical research fuels her books. From libraries, museums, on-site visits, personal interviews, and internet searches, the history she uncovers is turned into a character’s story. Ms. Greene has written more than 30 fiction and non-fiction books for young readers, many of which have received national awards and recognition. In nearly every fiction book, a little-known piece of history sparks the plot. “I always remind readers that the very word history could be broken down into two key words: his story,” she says. “It might just as easily have been herstory.” In every case, a bit of sleuthing in historical records provides grist for the imagination mill.
Ms. Greene’s books are set in such varying places as Rembrandt’s home in Amsterdam in 1654, or in 1500s Barcelona when the Inquisition ruled with an iron fist. Her newest work is a six-book "American Girls" series about a fictional girl, Rebecca Rubin, set in 1914 New York City when immigrants flooded into America.
This program is suitable for adults or older teens. Ms. Greene will be at the library for a children's program on the Rebecca Rubin series and doll on April 22.
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday March 19, 2010
GREAT DECISIONS 2010
9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
TOPIC: Special Envoys
Special envoys can help bring attention and diplomatic muscle to resolve conflicts and global challenges but they also bring with them their own "special" problems. Will the Obama administration's reliance on special envoys increase the ability of the U.S. to deal with major international issues or complicate our diplomatic options?
Location: Raytheon Room
Saturday March 20, 2010
Genealogy Program
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
On this day we will have a two-part Genealogy Program conducted by the New England Historical Genealogy Society.
Part I - Getting Started in Genealogy
Part II - Best Practices for Online Genealogy
These programs are supported by donations in memory of the late Sally Dewey.
Part I - Getting Started in Genealogy
Part II - Best Practices for Online Genealogy
These programs are supported by donations in memory of the late Sally Dewey.
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday March 22, 2010
Impressionists--Mary Cassatt
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
PORTRAITS OF IMPRESSIONIST ARTISTS
Renoir, Degas, and Cassatt
Join Judy Schurgin, a longtime lecturer at the Wayland Public Library, to view and discuss the many works of these three influential Impressionist artists. Step into the world of color and gaiety with this series devoted to three late nineteenth century Impressionist artists who painted in France. Auguste Renoir produced gorgeous shimmering light filled paintings of parks, bathing establishments, dance halls, dancers, women and young children. Edgar Degas captured the spirit of modern life by creating scenes of practicing ballet dancers, people sitting in cafes, horses racing, musicians performing, women at their toilettes, and laundresses washing clothes. Mary Cassatt, the first American female artist to exhibit with the French Impressionists, depicted women in a variety of roles, including caring for children, attending the opera, drinking tea, writing letters and communing with nature. All three artists were very diverse and worked in a variety of media.
March 8: Auguste Renoir
March 15: Edgar Degas
March 22: Mary Cassatt
Renoir, Degas, and Cassatt
Join Judy Schurgin, a longtime lecturer at the Wayland Public Library, to view and discuss the many works of these three influential Impressionist artists. Step into the world of color and gaiety with this series devoted to three late nineteenth century Impressionist artists who painted in France. Auguste Renoir produced gorgeous shimmering light filled paintings of parks, bathing establishments, dance halls, dancers, women and young children. Edgar Degas captured the spirit of modern life by creating scenes of practicing ballet dancers, people sitting in cafes, horses racing, musicians performing, women at their toilettes, and laundresses washing clothes. Mary Cassatt, the first American female artist to exhibit with the French Impressionists, depicted women in a variety of roles, including caring for children, attending the opera, drinking tea, writing letters and communing with nature. All three artists were very diverse and worked in a variety of media.
March 8: Auguste Renoir
March 15: Edgar Degas
March 22: Mary Cassatt
Location: Raytheon Room
Foreign Film Series
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
"KOLYA"
Czech Republic, 1996
A confirmed bachelor is in for the surprise of his life when a get-rich-quick scheme backfires, setting off a wild set of circumstances and leaving him with a pint-sized new roommate. Academy Award, Best Foreign Language Film.
By Jan Sverák
(Czech with English subtitles), 105 minutes, PG-13.
Link to Past Films
Contact:
Rachel Sideman-Kurtz rsideman@circleinfo.com
Location: Raytheon Room
Tuesday March 23, 2010
Playtime @ the Library
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Come hear stories! New ones, old ones and many
in-between. There will be time to play with friends too. Ages 0-5.
Registration is not required. We ask that parents and care
givers participate in the storytime activities with their child or children.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday March 24, 2010
ESOL Tutor Training Class
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Training classes for new ESOL tutors are scheduled for five Wednesday mornings starting February 24. If you are interested in participating or have questions, please contact Ginny Steel, ESOL Program Director, at the phone number or email address listed above.
Contact:
Ginny Steel 508-358-7517 virginia@thesteels.com
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday March 25, 2010
Saga of the Early Roman Empire
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
A series with Classical Studies scholar Frank Smith.
In this five-week course we shall study the rise of the Roman Empire from the Age of Augustus to Marcus Aurelius. We shall examine the cultural changes which occurred during this era through literature, art, and architecture. Selections from the writings of Martial, Petronius, Seneca, Suetonius, and Juvenal will provide a window onto this fascinating period of history. We shall view examples of artworks which graced the walls of imperial palaces and luxurious villas and see examples of the impressive religious and secular architecture of the age.
Before the first course meeting, Mr. Smith urges you to read the novel Pompeii by Robert Harris, an excellent introduction to our discussions, as it is an interesting study of the lives of the Pompeiians during the reign of the Emperor Titus before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
In this five-week course we shall study the rise of the Roman Empire from the Age of Augustus to Marcus Aurelius. We shall examine the cultural changes which occurred during this era through literature, art, and architecture. Selections from the writings of Martial, Petronius, Seneca, Suetonius, and Juvenal will provide a window onto this fascinating period of history. We shall view examples of artworks which graced the walls of imperial palaces and luxurious villas and see examples of the impressive religious and secular architecture of the age.
Before the first course meeting, Mr. Smith urges you to read the novel Pompeii by Robert Harris, an excellent introduction to our discussions, as it is an interesting study of the lives of the Pompeiians during the reign of the Emperor Titus before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
Location: Raytheon Room
Saturday March 27, 2010
Beginning Bookmaking with Sue Bleiweiss
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Artist Sue Bleiweiss will teach us how to make a basic book using a basic long stitch binding technique. Participants will create a beautiful hardcover book filled with blank pages that you can use for journaling, writing, sketching and drawing in.
Registration will open one month prior to workshop.
Click here to learn more about artist Sue Bleiweiss and her work.
Registration will open one month prior to workshop.
Click here to learn more about artist Sue Bleiweiss and her work.
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday March 29, 2010
Room is Booked
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday March 31, 2010
ESOL Tutor Training Class Snow Date
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Training classes for new ESOL tutors are scheduled for five Wednesday mornings starting February 24. If you are interested in participating or have questions, please contact Ginny Steel, ESOL Program Director, at the phone number or email address listed above.
Contact:
Ginny Steel 508-358-7517 virginia@thesteels.com
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday April 1, 2010
Gene Cosloy-Great Presenter Series
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
THE SHAKERS AND THEIR FURNITURE
Gene Cosloy
Who were the Shakers, what was their philosophy, and how was this reflected in their furniture? How does utopian and efficiency fit in? Who were the master Shaker craftsmen and why could they achieve so much more than their worldly counterparts? What is joinery and what were their materials and tools? Gene will cover all of this and more.
Gene, trained as a professional philosopher, is a nationally recognized craftsman specializing in Shaker furniture. He owned and ran a successful small retail business for 20 years in Wayland and Concord (Great Meadows Joinery) where he designed and built Shaker furniture as a major part of the business.
Full Great Presenters Schedule
Location: Raytheon Room
Sunday April 4, 2010
Library closed for Easter
Easter
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Library closed.
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday April 9, 2010
Evening Book Sale Preview
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
For Friends of Wayland Library MEMBERS ONLY. Memberships available at the door.
Location: Raytheon Room
Saturday April 10, 2010
Friends of the Library Book & Bake Sale
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Sunday April 11, 2010
Friends of the Library Book & Bake Sale
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Tuesday April 13, 2010
Foreign Film Series
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
"RAISE THE RED LANTERN"
Hong Kong, 1991
Set in 1920's China. Nineteen-year-old Songlian has become Fourth Wife to the wealthy Chen, and she must share her husband with three existing wives. Each must wait until dusk for the arrival of a red lantern, which signifies with whom the master will sleep tonight. When Songlian discovers that the other wives cheat to win the red lantern, she decides to join the fight for Chen's attention.
By Zhang Yimou
(Mandarin with English subtitles), 125 minutes, PG.
Link to Past Films
Contact:
Rachel Sideman-Kurtz rsideman@circleinfo.com
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday April 14, 2010
Poetry Workshop
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Contact:
Joan Kimball 978-318-0991
Location: Raytheon Room
Evening Book Group
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Our book tonight will be Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Adichie.
Contact:
Andy Moore 508-358-2311
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday April 15, 2010
The Floating Admiral: The 20th Century Mystery Novel
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Offered by Michael Halpern and Arlene Weiland
Beginning in the 1920's and 30's, the British became the sovereign masters of the mystery novel. The impulse driving the flourishing of the genre in England was the challenge to formulate the most ingenious murder possible, while allowing "fair play" so that (in principle) the astute reader could deduce the identity of the murderer. But as with any iconic genre, change came to the classic British mystery as well. By reading selected mysteries from different eras, and even from different countries, we will follow the evolution of the genre into a form that would be scarcely recognizable by its original practitioners.
Beginning in the 1920's and 30's, the British became the sovereign masters of the mystery novel. The impulse driving the flourishing of the genre in England was the challenge to formulate the most ingenious murder possible, while allowing "fair play" so that (in principle) the astute reader could deduce the identity of the murderer. But as with any iconic genre, change came to the classic British mystery as well. By reading selected mysteries from different eras, and even from different countries, we will follow the evolution of the genre into a form that would be scarcely recognizable by its original practitioners.
Contact:
Arlene Weiland 508-358-0145
Location: Raytheon Room
SOAR 55 Event
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
"Networking through Community Service: Giving Back, Expanding your Skills and Gaining Experience"
A SOAR 55 workshop for people 55+
Learn how community service and skills-based volunteering can connect you with others, forge a new career path, fill gaps in your resume, and make a difference. Hear from SOAR 55 volunteers who are doing interesting things in our community.
SOAR 55 is a program of Newton Community Service Center and part of a national network of volunteer agencies that connects individuals 55 and over with volunteer opportunities in Ashland, Framingham, Natick, Newton, Wellesley, Weston and Wayland.
A SOAR 55 workshop for people 55+
Learn how community service and skills-based volunteering can connect you with others, forge a new career path, fill gaps in your resume, and make a difference. Hear from SOAR 55 volunteers who are doing interesting things in our community.
SOAR 55 is a program of Newton Community Service Center and part of a national network of volunteer agencies that connects individuals 55 and over with volunteer opportunities in Ashland, Framingham, Natick, Newton, Wellesley, Weston and Wayland.
Contact:
Karen Albert 617-244-1404 x228 kalbert@ncscweb.org
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday April 16, 2010
GREAT DECISIONS 2010
9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
TOPIC: Kenya & R2P
Post-election rioting in Kenya in December 2007 brought pressure on Nairobi, from international and regional diplomats, to end tensions and avert bloodshed on a massive scale. What lessons can be learned from the intervention in Kenya? What does it mean for the UN's emerging responsibility to protect doctrine?
Location: Raytheon Room
Noontime Book Group
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Mr. Sammler’s Planet (1970)
by Saul Bellow
Contact:
Kathy Powers 508-358-2311
Location: Raytheon Room
Saturday April 17, 2010
Cearting Beaded Earrings
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Experienced beader, Norma Radoff returns to the library to give a fourth workshop for beginners on working with semi-precious stones. All materials will be provided, but if you have your own beads, please DO bring them. The class is limited to ten adults.Registration will open in mid-March.
Location: Raytheon Room
Sunday April 18, 2010
Fourteenth Annual Poetry Reading
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
All are invited to the Wayland Library Poetry Workshop's Fourteenth Annual Public Reading.
A special invitation is extended to the Library Staff and Friends for their generous encouragement and support.
Contact:
Joan Kimball 978-318-0991
Location: Raytheon Room
Piano Concert
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
A concert of classical music and jazz related to the same classical material performed by Ana Popa and Doug Johnson.
DOUG JOHNSON has a Masters Degree from The New England Conservatory. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor of Piano at The Berklee School of Music and an Instructor in the Music Department at Wellesley College. He has given workshops in jazz at The Vienna Conservatory and The Krakow Jazz Academy.
Doug performs frequently in the Boston area and has appeared at The Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, and the Tanglewood Jazz Festival. He has released two CD's the most recent of which is entitled "The March of Time."
Doug Johnson will be performing the jazz portion of the concert.
ANA POPA is a graduate of The New England Conservatory and has a Masters Degree in Piano Performance from Boston University. She is presently earning her Doctorate in Piano Performance also at Boston University. Before coming to the United States, Ana performed frequently in her native Romania. She has also performed at the Accademia di Romania in Rome and at various locations including Jordan Hall here in the United States. She is an Instructor at The Dana Hall School of Music, and the Artistic Director of the Sunday at Three Concert Series hosted by First Parish Church in Dorchester.
Ana Popa will perform a classical program which will include
"Four American Ballads" by Frederic Rzewski.
Co-sponsored by The Wayland Library Millennium Fund and
The Friends of Goodnow Library.
DOUG JOHNSON has a Masters Degree from The New England Conservatory. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor of Piano at The Berklee School of Music and an Instructor in the Music Department at Wellesley College. He has given workshops in jazz at The Vienna Conservatory and The Krakow Jazz Academy.
Doug performs frequently in the Boston area and has appeared at The Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, and the Tanglewood Jazz Festival. He has released two CD's the most recent of which is entitled "The March of Time."
Doug Johnson will be performing the jazz portion of the concert. Co-sponsored by The Wayland Library Millennium Fund and
The Friends of Goodnow Library.
Location: Sudbury Library Community Room
Monday April 19, 2010
Library closed for Patriots Day
Tuesday April 20, 2010
Room is Booked
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday April 21, 2010
Library Trustees Meeting
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Contact:
Ann Knight 508-358-2311
Location: Town Building
Room is Booked
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Room is Booked
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday April 22, 2010
Room is Booked
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
The Floating Admiral: The 20th Century Mystery Novel
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Offered by Michael Halpern and Arlene Weiland
Beginning in the 1920's and 30's, the British became the sovereign masters of the mystery novel. The impulse driving the flourishing of the genre in England was the challenge to formulate the most ingenious murder possible, while allowing "fair play" so that (in principle) the astute reader could deduce the identity of the murderer. But as with any iconic genre, change came to the classic British mystery as well. By reading selected mysteries from different eras, and even from different countries, we will follow the evolution of the genre into a form that would be scarcely recognizable by its original practitioners.
Beginning in the 1920's and 30's, the British became the sovereign masters of the mystery novel. The impulse driving the flourishing of the genre in England was the challenge to formulate the most ingenious murder possible, while allowing "fair play" so that (in principle) the astute reader could deduce the identity of the murderer. But as with any iconic genre, change came to the classic British mystery as well. By reading selected mysteries from different eras, and even from different countries, we will follow the evolution of the genre into a form that would be scarcely recognizable by its original practitioners.
Contact:
Arlene Weiland 508-358-0145
Location: Raytheon Room
Tuesday April 27, 2010
Author Ric Wasley
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Local author Ric Wasley will be here to talk about his new books:
Midnight Blue and Weirdly Vol. 3 (an anthology that includes one of his stories).
Contact:
Ric Wasley ricmrp@comcast.net
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday April 28, 2010
Poetry Workshop
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Contact:
Joan Kimball 978-318-0991
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday April 29, 2010
The Floating Admiral: The 20th Century Mystery Novel
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Offered by Michael Halpern and Arlene Weiland
Beginning in the 1920's and 30's, the British became the sovereign masters of the mystery novel. The impulse driving the flourishing of the genre in England was the challenge to formulate the most ingenious murder possible, while allowing "fair play" so that (in principle) the astute reader could deduce the identity of the murderer. But as with any iconic genre, change came to the classic British mystery as well. By reading selected mysteries from different eras, and even from different countries, we will follow the evolution of the genre into a form that would be scarcely recognizable by its original practitioners.
Beginning in the 1920's and 30's, the British became the sovereign masters of the mystery novel. The impulse driving the flourishing of the genre in England was the challenge to formulate the most ingenious murder possible, while allowing "fair play" so that (in principle) the astute reader could deduce the identity of the murderer. But as with any iconic genre, change came to the classic British mystery as well. By reading selected mysteries from different eras, and even from different countries, we will follow the evolution of the genre into a form that would be scarcely recognizable by its original practitioners.
Contact:
Arlene Weiland 508-358-0145
Location: Raytheon Room
Room is Booked
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday April 30, 2010
Paul Carlon Octet-Afro-Cuban Band
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
A native of rural central New York, saxophonist and composer Paul Carlon has been active on the New York City jazz and Latin jazz scenes for seventeen years, performing with and/or composing for Harvie S, the Jason Lindner Big Band, the late Afro-Cuban star Juan Pablo Torres, Grupo los Santos, Rumbatap Dance Company, Sonido Isleño, the Ileana Santamaría Orchestra, Swingadelic, Gary Morgan’s Panamericana, Clave y Guaguancó, and Phil Woods. Carlon recorded with JP Torreson his all-star CD "Together Again" in 2000. Paul has performed at regional, national, and international music festivals and has appeared in film, radio, and TV. Paul completed a Master’s Degree in music composition at The City College of New York.
OCTET:
Paul Carlon: tenor and soprano saxophones and flute
Anton Denner: alto saxophone and flute
Mike Fahie & Ryan Keberle: trombones
William “Beaver” Bausch: drumset
Christelle Durandy: Vocals
Dave Smith: trumpet
John Stenger: piano
Edward Perez: bass
LISTEN & WATCH!
LEARN MORE!
Location: Wayland High School
Saturday May 1, 2010
Room is Booked
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Tuesday May 4, 2010
Storytime
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us for an integrated arts program with Sharon Engler in which we will explore children’s books, music, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Siblings welcome. Registration is not required. We ask that parents and care givers participate in the storytime activities with their child or children.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Shakespeare on Love
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Professor Helen Whall presents a series entitled "Shakespeare on Love."
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday May 5, 2010
Evening Book Group
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Our book tonight will be City of Thieves by David Benioff.
Contact:
Andy Moore 508-358-2311
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday May 6, 2010
The Floating Admiral: The 20th Century Mystery Novel
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Offered by Michael Halpern and Arlene Weiland
Beginning in the 1920's and 30's, the British became the sovereign masters of the mystery novel. The impulse driving the flourishing of the genre in England was the challenge to formulate the most ingenious murder possible, while allowing "fair play" so that (in principle) the astute reader could deduce the identity of the murderer. But as with any iconic genre, change came to the classic British mystery as well. By reading selected mysteries from different eras, and even from different countries, we will follow the evolution of the genre into a form that would be scarcely recognizable by its original practitioners.
Beginning in the 1920's and 30's, the British became the sovereign masters of the mystery novel. The impulse driving the flourishing of the genre in England was the challenge to formulate the most ingenious murder possible, while allowing "fair play" so that (in principle) the astute reader could deduce the identity of the murderer. But as with any iconic genre, change came to the classic British mystery as well. By reading selected mysteries from different eras, and even from different countries, we will follow the evolution of the genre into a form that would be scarcely recognizable by its original practitioners.
Contact:
Arlene Weiland 508-358-0145
Location: Raytheon Room
George Brawerman-Great Presenter Series
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
ON THE FRINGE OF THE HOLOCAUST
George Brawerman
George grew up in Belgium and spent the war years under German occupation. He will recount some of his experiences as a target of Nazi persecution, with emphasis on what it feels to be in hiding, in constant danger of being caught. He will also address, from his own perspective, the apparent acceptance of many Jews to be led to slaughter without offering any resistance.
Upon arriving in the United States in 1949, George embarked on an academic career as a biochemist at Columbia, Yale and Tufts Medical Schools. After retiring, he pursued his interests in writing and photography.
Full Great Presenters Schedule
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday May 7, 2010
Jazz Concert at Wayland High School
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Wayland High School
Saturday May 8, 2010
Room is Booked
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Tuesday May 11, 2010
Storytime
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us for an integrated arts program with Sharon Engler in which we will explore children’s books, music, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Siblings welcome. Registration is not required. We ask that parents and care givers participate in the storytime activities with their child or children.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday May 12, 2010
Poetry Workshop
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Contact:
Joan Kimball 978-318-0991
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday May 13, 2010
The Floating Admiral: The 20th Century Mystery Novel
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Offered by Michael Halpern and Arlene Weiland
Beginning in the 1920's and 30's, the British became the sovereign masters of the mystery novel. The impulse driving the flourishing of the genre in England was the challenge to formulate the most ingenious murder possible, while allowing "fair play" so that (in principle) the astute reader could deduce the identity of the murderer. But as with any iconic genre, change came to the classic British mystery as well. By reading selected mysteries from different eras, and even from different countries, we will follow the evolution of the genre into a form that would be scarcely recognizable by its original practitioners.
Beginning in the 1920's and 30's, the British became the sovereign masters of the mystery novel. The impulse driving the flourishing of the genre in England was the challenge to formulate the most ingenious murder possible, while allowing "fair play" so that (in principle) the astute reader could deduce the identity of the murderer. But as with any iconic genre, change came to the classic British mystery as well. By reading selected mysteries from different eras, and even from different countries, we will follow the evolution of the genre into a form that would be scarcely recognizable by its original practitioners.
Contact:
Arlene Weiland 508-358-0145
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday May 14, 2010
Noontime Book Group
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Book of Salt (2003)
by Monique Truong
Contact:
Kathy Powers 508-358-2311
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday May 17, 2010
Foreign Film Series
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
"BEHIND THE SUN" (Abril despedaçado)
Brazil, 2001
The Brazilian badlands, April 1910. Two families have been squabbling over the ownership of a piece of land for years. The disagreement eventually turns violent. Tonho is ordered by his father to avenge the death of his older brother. Tonho knows that if he commits this crime, he will have few days left before the other family avenges their son's death. He is torn between fulfilling his ancestral duty and rebelling against it, urged by his younger brother Pacu.
By Walter Salles
(Portuguese with English subtitles), 92 minutes, PG-13
Link to Past Films
Contact:
Rachel Sideman-Kurtz rsideman@circleinfo.com
Location: Raytheon Room
Tuesday May 18, 2010
Storytime
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us for an integrated arts program with Sharon Engler in which we will explore children’s books, music, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Siblings welcome. Registration is not required. We ask that parents and care givers participate in the storytime activities with their child or children.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Shakespeare on Love
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Professor Helen Whall presents a series entitled "Shakespeare on Love."
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday May 19, 2010
Library Trustee Meeting
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Town Building
Room is Booked
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday May 20, 2010
Travel Photography with Barbara Hakim
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Photographer Barbara Hakim will present a program on travel photography. Barbara was formerly the co-owner of Avanti Studios, a commercial design and photo studio.
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday May 21, 2010
GREAT DECISIONS 2010
9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
TOPIC: Global Crime
From the booming sex trade in Eastern Europe, to online fraud syndicates in Africa and the drug cartels of Asia and Central America, crime is becoming increasingly organized and globalized. How can countries better protect citizens seeking the benefits of a globalized world from being exploited? What international actors can effectively fight global organized crime?
Location: Raytheon Room
Saturday May 22, 2010
Room is Booked
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Sunday May 23, 2010
Donald Berman Concert
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
American pianist Donald Berman is recognized as one of the chief exponents of new works by living composers, overlooked music by 20th century masters, and recitals that link classical and modern repertoires. His most recent recordings, "Americans in Rome" and "The Light That Is Felt" (Ives songs) were each named CD of the Month by BBC Music Magazine and Fanfare's Best of 2009 list.
Today's program will feature works by J.S. Bach, Charles Ives, and Martin Boykan.Co-sponsored by The Wayland Library Millennium Fund and
The Friends of Goodnow Library.
Location: Sudbury Library Community Room
Tuesday May 25, 2010
Storytime
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join us for an integrated arts program with Sharon Engler in which we will explore children’s books, music, and crafts. Ages 3-5. Siblings welcome. Registration is not required. We ask that parents and care givers participate in the storytime activities with their child or children.
Contact:
Youth Services Department 508-358-2308
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday May 26, 2010
Poetry Workshop
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Contact:
Joan Kimball 978-318-0991
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday May 27, 2010
The Floating Admiral: The 20th Century Mystery Novel
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Offered by Michael Halpern and Arlene Weiland
Beginning in the 1920's and 30's, the British became the sovereign masters of the mystery novel. The impulse driving the flourishing of the genre in England was the challenge to formulate the most ingenious murder possible, while allowing "fair play" so that (in principle) the astute reader could deduce the identity of the murderer. But as with any iconic genre, change came to the classic British mystery as well. By reading selected mysteries from different eras, and even from different countries, we will follow the evolution of the genre into a form that would be scarcely recognizable by its original practitioners.
Beginning in the 1920's and 30's, the British became the sovereign masters of the mystery novel. The impulse driving the flourishing of the genre in England was the challenge to formulate the most ingenious murder possible, while allowing "fair play" so that (in principle) the astute reader could deduce the identity of the murderer. But as with any iconic genre, change came to the classic British mystery as well. By reading selected mysteries from different eras, and even from different countries, we will follow the evolution of the genre into a form that would be scarcely recognizable by its original practitioners.
Contact:
Arlene Weiland 508-358-0145
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday May 31, 2010
Library closed for Memorial Day
Tuesday June 1, 2010
Shakespeare on Love
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Professor Helen Whall presents a series entitled "Shakespeare on Love."
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday June 2, 2010
Room is Booked
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Evening Book Group
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Our book tonight will be Three Girls and Their Brother by Theresa Rebeck.
Contact:
Andy Moore 508-358-2311
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday June 3, 2010
Room is Booked
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday June 4, 2010
GREAT DECISIONS 2010
9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
TOPIC: U.S.-China Security Relations
China's influence is growing, along with its military expenditures. How will this growth affect China's relations with its neighbors and with the U.S.? Will China's expanding military and economic power affect traditional U.S. roles and U.S. alliances in East Asia? How will countries like Japan, South Korea and India respond?
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday June 7, 2010
Room is Booked
7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Tuesday June 8, 2010
Room is Booked
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday June 9, 2010
Friends Steering Committee
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Contact:
Gretchen Dresens 508-651-8906
Location: Raytheon Room
Poetry Workshop
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Contact:
Joan Kimball 978-318-0991
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday June 11, 2010
Noontime Book Group
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Kate Vaiden (1986)
by Reynolds Price
Contact:
Kathy Powers 508-358-2311
Location: Raytheon Room
Tuesday June 15, 2010
Room is Booked
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday June 16, 2010
Library Trustee Meeting
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Foreign Film Series
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
"MALENA"
Italy, 2000
Set in a small Sicilian town during WWII, the story centers on Renato, a 13-year-old boy with a coming of age fantasy life who falls hard for the town's ultra-beautiful twentysomething, Malena.
By Giuseppe Tornatore
(In Italian with English subtitles), 92 minutes, Rated R
Link to Past Films
Contact:
Rachel Sideman-Kurtz rsideman@circleinfo.com
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday June 18, 2010
GREAT DECISIONS 2010
9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
TOPIC: Global Financial Crisis
The global financial crisis that began in late 2007 revealed major deficiencies in the regulation of markets and institutions, all of which came perilously close to collapse. Emergency measures to prevent a full collapse of the global financial system have led to mixed results. How will governments and the world community respond to this challenge?
Location: Raytheon Room
Tuesday June 22, 2010
Room is Booked
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday June 23, 2010
Poetry Workshop
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Contact:
Joan Kimball 978-318-0991
Location: Raytheon Room
Sunday July 4, 2010
Library closed for Independence Day
Monday July 5, 2010
Library Closed
Tuesday July 13, 2010
The Education Cooperative
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday July 21, 2010
Library Trustee Meeting
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday July 22, 2010
Room is Booked
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Tuesday August 10, 2010
Room is Booked
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday August 18, 2010
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Saturday September 4, 2010
Library Closed for Labor Day Weekend
Sunday September 5, 2010
Library Closed for Labor Day Weekend
Monday September 6, 2010
Library Closed for Labor Day
Wednesday September 15, 2010
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday September 24, 2010
GREAT DECISIONS 2010
9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
TOPIC: Russia and its Neighbors
Russia's policy of maintaining a sphere of influence in former Soviet satellites has been challenged in recent years by movements against pro-Russia regimes. Russia has pushed back by cutting Ukraine's natural gas supply and intervening in Georgia's campaign in South Ossetia. Will Russia regain its traditional leadership role in the region?
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday October 11, 2010
Library Closed for Columbus Day
Thursday October 14, 2010
Room is Booked
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday October 15, 2010
GREAT DECISIONS 2010
9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
TOPIC: The Persian Gulf
Now more than ever, the Persian Gulf region offers many difficult challenges to U.S. policymakers. How will Obama's direct appeal to Arabs and Muslims impact U.S. foreign policy in the region? What will the fallout of withdrawal of U.S. forces from Iraq be? Can the U.S. and its allies prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons?
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday October 20, 2010
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday October 21, 2010
Room is Booked
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday October 28, 2010
Room is Booked
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday November 5, 2010
Evening Book Sale Preview
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
For Friends of Wayland Library MEMBERS ONLY. Memberships available at the door.
Location: Raytheon Room
Saturday November 6, 2010
Friends of the Library Book & Bake Sale
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Sunday November 7, 2010
Friends of the Library Book & Bake Sale
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Raytheon Room
Thursday November 11, 2010
Library Closed for Veterans Day
Wednesday November 17, 2010
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday November 19, 2010
GREAT DECISIONS 2010
9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
TOPIC: Peace Building and Conflict Resolution
U.S. campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan have shown that military force alone cannot ensure peace in all conflicts. How can the U.S. successfully integrate the tools of peace building into its statecraft? At what point do poverty, disease and climate change threaten national security? What role can non-governmental actors play in supporting government led efforts?
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday November 22, 2010
Room is Booked
7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Wednesday November 24, 2010
Library Closed
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday November 25, 2010
Library Closed for Thanksgiving
Friday November 26, 2010
Library Closed
Wednesday December 15, 2010
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday December 24, 2010
Library Closed
Saturday December 25, 2010
Library Closed for Christmas
Friday December 31, 2010
Library Closed
Saturday January 1, 2011
Closed for New Year's Day
Monday January 17, 2011
Closed for Martin Luther King Day
Wednesday January 19, 2011
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday February 16, 2011
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday February 21, 2011
Closed for Presidents Day
Wednesday March 16, 2011
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday April 18, 2011
Closed for Patriots Day
Wednesday April 20, 2011
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Sunday April 24, 2011
Closed for Easter
Wednesday May 18, 2011
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday May 30, 2011
Closed for Memorial Day
Wednesday June 15, 2011
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday July 4, 2011
Closed for Independence Day
Wednesday July 20, 2011
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday August 17, 2011
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Saturday September 3, 2011
Closed for Labor Day Weekend
Sunday September 4, 2011
Closed for Labor Day Weekend
Monday September 5, 2011
Closed for Labor Day
Wednesday September 21, 2011
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Monday October 10, 2011
Closed for Columbus Day
Wednesday October 19, 2011
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Friday November 11, 2011
Closed for Veterans Day
Wednesday November 16, 2011
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday November 23, 2011
Library Closing at 6:00
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday November 24, 2011
Closed for Thanksgiving Day
Friday November 25, 2011
Library Closed
Wednesday December 14, 2011
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Wednesday December 21, 2011
Room is Booked
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Raytheon Room
Saturday December 24, 2011
Library Closing at 1:00
The Library will be open from 10:00 until 1:00.
Sunday December 25, 2011
Library Closed for Christmas
Monday December 26, 2011
Library Closed
Saturday December 31, 2011
Library Closing at 3:00
The Library will be open from 10:00 until 3:00.
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