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Saturday May 18, 2013
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9:00 AM
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Sons of Italy - Bocce Tournament
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Contact: 508-238-2000 info@easton.ma.us
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Sons of Italy - Bocce Tournament Fun, fun, fun!
DATE: Saturday, May 18, 2013)
TIME: 9 AM sharp at Queset Garden
CONTACT: Tony Volpe, (508) 238-6277
The Sons of Italy are delighted to host a Bocce Tournament to help maintain the court at Queset Garden. The tournament is limited to the first 24 registrants.
Call Tony Volpe at 508-238-6277 to register. Suggested donation is $20 with checks made out to the 'Ames Free Library'.
Fun for the whole family!
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Location: Main Library
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10:30 AM
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12:00 PM
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Tech Talk - Online Computer Safety
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Contact: 508-238-2000 info@amesfreelibrary.org
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With Tech Guru Kevin Kidd
Tech Talks with Kevin Kidd are a rare opportunity to enhance your life skills with tech guru, Kevin Kidd, head of Library Systems & Applications at Boston College.
Our computers contain a wealth of personal information, but if left unprotected, identity thieves have access to steal personal information.
By using safety measures and good practices to protect your home computer, you can work at guarding your privacy and your family.
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Location: Main Library
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2:00 PM
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Book Club for Grades 4 and 5
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Contact: Amy Dean 508-238-2000 kids@amesfreelibrary.org
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Wonder by R.J. Palacio
Ten-year-old Auggie Pullman, who was born with extreme facial abnormalities and was not expected to survive, goes from being home-schooled to entering fifth grade at a private middle school in Manhattan, which entails enduring the taunting and fear of his clasassmates as he struggles to be seen as just another student.
Join us for this book club for 4th and 5th graders.
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Location: Main Library
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Monday May 20, 2013
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6:30 PM
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Chapter Book Club
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Contact: Amy Dean 508-238-2000 MuseumPasses@easton.ma.us
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The Enormouse Pearl Heist by Geronimo Stilton
Geronimo and his friends discover a huge oyster with an enormous pearl inside. After a feature article in the Rodent's Gazette, can they protect it from being stolen?
Do you love reading and talking about books with your friends? Come and join us for a fun-filled time each month. We'll read a chapter from the featured book, have a discussion, and play some trivia games or make a craft.
For grades 1 - 3. Pre-registration is required.
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Location: Main Library
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Dead Money: From Finding Descendants in the US to a Fortune in Ireland
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Contact: 508-238-2000 info@easton.ma.us
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With Michael Brophy
Researching living descendants of your ancestors can give your family history new life and excitement.
Learn what traditional genealogy and reverse genealogy have in common and how they differ. We will discuss the reasons for conducting the research along with proper methodology, sources, and some exciting websites to explore.
In the case of the Broderick farm in Galway Ireland, some people in the US profited handsomely from their discoveries!
Bonus: Showing of short episode from Irish TV series 'Dead Money', featuring Michael Brophy.
Michael Brophy is a professional genealogical researcher, heir search specialist, and lecturer in the Boston area. In addition to featuring in "Dead Money," he was hired to conduct research for the NBC television program '"Who Do You Think You Are?" on an episode dedicated to the family history of actress Gwyneth Paltrow.
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Location: Main Library
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Tuesday May 21, 2013
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6:30 PM
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7:30 PM
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Tax Tips For Next Year Everyone Should Know
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Contact: 508-238-2000 info@easton.ma.us
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On January 1, 2013, Congress passed the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012. With most of the changes starting in 2013, how does this affect you?
What do you need to know for 2013 and beyond? Let's learn together what has stayed the same, what has changed and what we can do in 2013 to be better prepared for these changes.
Jennifer Meyers, CPA, MST is a partner at the Canton accounting firm of Kurzman, Dempsey and Kowalker, LLP. Jennifer specializes in the taxation of individuals and closely held companies as well as a concentration in the taxation and planning for estates and trusts.
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Location: Main Library
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Wednesday May 22, 2013
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10:00 AM
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Mornings with Mother Goose (2 and Under)
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Contact: Amy Dean 508-238-2000 kids@amesfreelibrary.org
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Simple rhymes, finger plays, movement and songs for encouraging early literacy. No sign-up required.
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Location: Main Library
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11:30 AM
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Story Time for 2.5s and 3s
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Contact: Amy Dean 508-238-2000 kids@amesfreelibrary.org
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Stories, finger plays, songs and simple crafts for preschoolers. No sign-up required.
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Location: Main Library
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6:30 PM
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7:45 PM
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The Road We're All On: Healthy Planning for Healthy Aging
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Contact: 508-238-2000 info@easton.ma.us
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We plan for all kinds of major events in our lives, but how many of us plan for the challenges of coping with serious illness? An overview of resources everyone should know about before there is a crisis – we’ll talk about issues to consider and solutions to be found. You may be surprised to learn about the wide range of services available that can provide expert care delivered wherever you are and covered by Medicare and all private insurance.
Presented by Melissa Roberts Weidman, Director of Community Relations and Outreach for HopeHealth for the past 8 years.
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Location: Main Library, 53 Main Street
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Thursday May 23, 2013
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10:30 AM
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Story Time for 4-6
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Contact: Amy Dean 508-238-2000 kids@amesfreelibrary.org
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Stories, finger plays, songs and simple crafts for preschoolers. No sign-up required.
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Location: Main Library
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6:30 PM
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Retiring or Changing Jobs?
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Contact: 508-238-2000 info@easton.ma.us
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With Josh Slovin
Don’t leave your retirement savings behind!
No matter when you leave your job, the money you’ve accumulated in your employer's retirement plan – such as a 401(k) or a 403(b) plan – should make the trip with you.
Please join us for an informational seminar and sales presentation where we will discuss your retirement plan distribution options, how to avoid common pitfalls, and how to help these assets continue working for your retirement.
Joshua is not only a financial professional, but an Easton resident who wants to give back to the community.
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Location: Main Library
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Friday May 24, 2013
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3:00 PM
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A Passion for Birds - With Henry Lappen
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Contact: Amy Dean 508-238-2000 adean@easton.ma.us
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Join us for a fun and educational program as Henry Lappen explores the world of birds! Henry uses hand crafted masks combined with dance and miming to highlight different species of birds and how they live.
Participants will have a chance to wear the masks and soar like eagles or swim like puffins.
Ages 5 and up.
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Location: Main Library
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