During June 2018, the Milton Public Library is hosting a very talented artist in the Wotiz Gallery.  Milton resident J.B. Clancy will present an exhibit called “Travel Sketches – Paris and Venice”  from June 2nd through the 30th.   All the drawings in this show were done on location with a simple ink pen and sketch book, generally while sitting in a comfortable café.  The subject may be a famous building or a barge on a canal.  Yet the time spent looking is as important as the subject.  J.B. believes drawing while traveling is the best way to observe the world around you.  Spending time in one place and recording what you see impresses the sights and sounds of that place firmly into your memory. 

J.B. studied architecture at a time when hand-drawing was still part of the education of an architect.  While most of the work today is on a computer, J.B. still uses sketches and the drawing process to explore design ideas and in his work with clients.  He is a partner with Albert, Righter & Tittmann (or ART) Architects in Boston.  ART Architects practices the art and science of architecture throughout the northeast, designing houses in New England traditions with a focus on sustainability.  J.B. is a Certified Passive House Consultant and designed Vermont’s first Certified Passive House.  He is a graduate of Brown University and the Yale School of Architecture.  He lives in Milton with his artist wife Dana and their son Barron.

There will be a free and open reception for this exhibit on Tuesday, June 5th, from 6-8 PM in the Gallery, so please come meet the artist and view his lovely work.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
 

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Massachusetts native Julia Walsh, author of Wings of the Wind, will join us for a  reading about an orphaned Mallard Duck who learns to be strong against insurmountable odds, and the little girl who witnesses his experience. This setting of this true story is the Merrimack River in Massachusetts. This program is best suited for school-aged children (ages 5-8).

Space is limited to 25 participants. Registration is required and will open two weeks in advance of the program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Calling all Cooks!  The Milton Public Library Cookbook Club, led by local chef Connie Spiros and Assistant Director Sara Truog, invites you to its next session on Monday, June 25 from 6:30-7:30pm.  Each club meeting will feature a selected cookbook, and members will prepare a tasty treat from the book to bring to the Library and share.  The cookbook chosen for June is Carla's Comfort Foods by Carla Hall.

In order to participate, please take these simple steps:

• Please register through the library events calendar. Only registered cooks will be able to attend.
• Borrow a copy of the book from the library and choose a dish. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month ahead. (If you borrow a cookbook but won't be able to attend the meeting, please return the cookbook so someone else can check it out. Thank you!)
• Once you've chosen your recipe, contact Sara by email (struog@ocln.org) or phone (617-898-4951) to let her know what recipe you’ll be trying so we don't have a lot of duplication in the dishes we'll sample on meeting night!

Space is limited and advance registration is required. Registration will open on Monday, June 4. Once you register you will receive more details about the club.  Bon Appetit!

Stop by the Conference Room with your smart phone or tablet for general tech help with Chris! All questions are welcomed from basic setup to using the library apps on your devices. No registration is required.

A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.

Retirement workshop. Free & open to the public.

Children in grades K-3 can join Ginny Brearley and create an artistic masterpiece to take home.

Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Library. *Please type in "0",  not "K" , when registering your K child online.

Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week.  PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

Kids aged 10-13 are invited to join the Children's Room for crafting/making/building fun.  Each week we'll be making something different, using such supplies as craft materials, recycled items, hardware and more!  Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to each session.

There will be a hour-long book discussion this evening with Library Director Will Adamczyk to explore the title: American War by Omar El Akkad (c2017).  Each quarter we'll read a work of contemporary fiction that we might not otherwise have chosen for ourselves -- possibly controversial, possibly newsworthy -- but definitely discussion worthy!  This is an audacious and powerful debut novel: a second American Civil War, a devastating plague, and one family caught deep in the middle -- a story that asks what might happen if America were to turn its most devastating policies and deadly weapons upon itself.  Sarat Chestnut, born in Louisiana, is only 6 years old when the Second American Civil War breaks out in 2074.  But even she knows that oil is outlawed, that Louisiana is half underwater, and that unmanned drones fill the sky.  And when her father is killed and her family is forced into camp Patience for displaced persons, she quickly begins to be shaped by her particular time and place until, finally, through the influence of a mysterious functionary, she is turned into a deadly instrument of war.  Telling her story is her nephew, Benjamin Chestnut, born during war -- part of the Miraculous Generation -- now an old man confronting the dark secret of his past, his family's role in the conflict and, in particular, that of his aunt, a woman who saved his life while destroying untold others.    You may reserve a copy of the book either by going to our website which is www.miltonlibrary.org or by calling the Reference Department at (617) 698-5757, x. 3 for staff help to place a reserve.  Please join Will for a fascinating discussion!   This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library and is free and open to the public.

Come share your writing with others here at the library, no matter how accomplished you may be!  Stop by and spend some time with experienced writing instructor Betty Siegel.  Ms. Siegel has taught in the College of Liberal Arts and Science at Quincy College in the areas of ESL, Oral Communication, Vocabulary, College Study Skills, Reading, Basic Composition, Critical Thinking, and more.  She is also a professional tutor, and a writer with stories published in Camper's Monthly, Downeast, and Yankee.    She brings her critical eye combined with a warm sense of humor to this workshop to help writers of all ages and skill levels improve their work.  Some topics covered each session may include a review of the writing process and content; short written exercises to practice the various types of creative writing; an introduction to the use of "hooks;" and ways to organize what you write.  Work on your own stories and get great feedback and inspiration in this ongoing program, for which this is the last session until Fall..  No sign up is required - just drop in.  This program is free and open to the public, and is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Readers' Theatre is a a type of drama performed by "readers" who read from a script and do not have to memorize lines.  Performed with minimal costumes, sets and props, readers' theatre can be not only a great introduction to theatre for kids, but it's also a great way to practice one's oral reading skills, build confidence, and have fun with friends at the same time!

This summer, Miss Sara is leading a Readers' Theatre Club for students entering grades 2-4.  Each week participants will play theatre games, tackle different scripts based on well-known children's books, and make crafts to supplement the stories we're telling together.  The Club will meet five times over the course of the summer, and each meeting will culminate with a performance for family and friends.  While this is a drop-off program, parents/caregivers are asked to return 15 minutes before the end of each class (at 3:45) so they can see the show!

Students must be fluent readers who have completed first grade.  Registration is required and will open two weeks before the event.

Retirement workshop. Free & open to the public.

Come join Ms. Sara and Ms. Jen for a rockin' kids dance party!

Dancing is a great form of physical activity for all ages, from little kids to grandparents! We'll be doing some free dance, some guided dances, and also playing some musical games, but don't worry - no dance experience necessary. For ages 3-adult. No registration is required.

It's hot outside... so come to the library and cool off by watching a movie in the Keys Room!  Join us for s showing of Paddington 2!  Paddington, now happily settled with the Brown family and a popular member of the local community, picks up a series of odd jobs to buy the perfect present for his Aunt Lucy's 100th birthday, only for the gift to be stolen.   Rated PG, Runtime 1 hour 43 minutes.

Bring a sleeping bag or a pillow and get cozy! Popcorn will be served. No registration required.

This month there will be a colorful display of collages shown in our gallery by the Winter Valley Collage Group.  This collaboration started sometime in 2015.  Liz O'Rourke is the Activities Coordinator at Winter Valley and a lifelong artist.  She had been creating collages for approximately 5 years under the tutelage of Sandra Shuman, a collage artist, friend and instructor and was excited about a new piece.  Liz showed it to Abe Salzman, an artist and resident of Winter Valley.  He loved the idea of collage, and a week later he showed Liz his first collage piece.  He was inspired and on fire!  From there, Abe introduced collage to other residents, offering free instruction and guidance in a weekly workshop.  There have been several collage showings at Winter Valley and one at Fuller Village Brush Hill recently.  Abe has also instructed collage classes at Simon C. Fireman's House in Randolph and Unquity House in Milton.  The collages are made from cut-out paper images taken from magazines, old books and other assorted media.  Rubber cement and glue sticks are used to adhere the paper pieces and other items to foamcore, matboard or card stock.  For more information, contact Liz O'Rourke at (617) 755-3560 and please don't miss this lovely exhibit during July at the Library.  The names of the artists are: Abe Salzman, Mark Whall, Mary Douglas, Robert Turner, Charlene McClellan, Peggy Walsh and Liz O'Rourke.  There will be a free and open reception also held for this exhibit on Thursday evening, July 19th, from 6-8 PM in the Gallery where you can meet all these talented artists. Please join us.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
 

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Register to make a fun STEM craft on Monday July 2, July 30,  and Aug 13th!  Materials provided and registration is limited to 20.  This program is recommended for ages 3-6.

A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.

Kids aged 6-9 are invited to join local drama teacher Melanie Grace Gillespie for a theatrical and creative hour of Mel O'Drama!  Students will enjoy such fun activities as warmups, improv games, voice projection, scene work, and movement.  Registration is required, and will open two weeks before the event. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Readers' Theatre is a a type of drama performed by "readers" who read from a script and do not have to memorize lines.  Performed with minimal costumes, sets and props, readers' theatre can be not only a great introduction to theatre for kids, but it's also a great way to practice one's oral reading skills, build confidence, and have fun with friends at the same time!

This summer, Miss Sara is leading a Readers' Theatre Club for students entering grades 2-4.  Each week participants will play theatre games, tackle different scripts based on well-known children's books, and make crafts to supplement the stories we're telling together.  The Club will meet five times over the course of the summer, and each meeting will culminate with a performance for family and friends.  While this is a drop-off program, parents/caregivers are asked to return 15 minutes before the end of each class (at 3:45) so they can see the show!

Students must be fluent readers who have completed first grade.  Registration is required and will open two weeks before the event.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
 

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Welcome to the Jumping Fleas Uke Group! Learn how to play the Ukulele, all levels welcome!  

We will learn basic chords and rhythms in a fun, beginner's level environment.

* Registration is required. Some Ukulele's will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own

A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.

Henna Rocks is a fun program designed in coordination with the 2018 Summer Reading Theme!  Get decorated with temporary tattoos at the library!
Listen to Zen tunes as your patrons select from a large group of special designed with a musical theme, from G-Clefs and Treble Clefs to instruments and even their favorite rock star's portrait.

Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week.  PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

Kids aged 10-13 are invited to join the Children's Room for crafting/making/building fun.  Each week we'll be making something different, using such supplies as craft materials, recycled items, hardware and more!  Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to each session.

Come share your writing with others here at the library, no matter how accomplished you may be!  Stop by and spend some time with experienced writing instructor Betty Siegel.  Ms. Siegel has taught in the College of Liberal Arts and Science at Quincy College in the areas of ESL, Oral Communication, Vocabulary, College Study Skills, Reading, Basic Composition, Critical Thinking, and more.  She is also a professional tutor, and a writer with stories published in Camper's Monthly, Downeast, and Yankee.    She brings her critical eye combined with a warm sense of humor to this workshop to help writers of all ages and skill levels improve their work.  Some topics covered each session may include a review of the writing process and content; short written exercises to practice the various types of creative writing; an introduction to the use of "hooks;" and ways to organize what you write.  Work on your own stories and get great feedback and inspiration in this ongoing program..  No sign up is required - just drop in.  This program is free and open to the public, and is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

The Milton Public Schools, the Milton Public Library, and the Milton Early Childhood Alliance invite you to Summertime Stories: outdoor storytimes at Milton community locations!

Miss Sara, the Milton Public Library Children’s Librarian will read stories, sing songs, and engage children at four sessions around town this summer. If the weather is nice, bring a blanket because we’ll be outside. If it is rainy, we’ll meet indoors. Parents/caregivers must remain with and look after their child – these are not drop-off events.Registration is not required, however, you will need to sign in upon arrival.

Held on four Thursdays at 10:00 AM: July 13th and August 10th at Tucker Elementary School, and July 27th and August 24th at Cunningham Hall. RAIN OR SHINE! For families with their children ages birth to six years old.

Readers' Theatre is a a type of drama performed by "readers" who read from a script and do not have to memorize lines.  Performed with minimal costumes, sets and props, readers' theatre can be not only a great introduction to theatre for kids, but it's also a great way to practice one's oral reading skills, build confidence, and have fun with friends at the same time!

This summer, Miss Sara is leading a Readers' Theatre Club for students entering grades 2-4.  Each week participants will play theatre games, tackle different scripts based on well-known children's books, and make crafts to supplement the stories we're telling together.  The Club will meet five times over the course of the summer, and each meeting will culminate with a performance for family and friends.  While this is a drop-off program, parents/caregivers are asked to return 15 minutes before the end of each class (at 3:45) so they can see the show!

Students must be fluent readers who have completed first grade.  Registration is required and will open two weeks before the event.

An interactive world music show with audience participation that is fun for the entire family!  Bring the whole family to laugh and learn together as we track down ‘The Legend of Marshmallow Island’.

We will discuss issues regarding sustainability in Milton such as recycling in parks and town buildings, Solarize Milton, using electric equipment and vehicles and more.

All are welcome.

Drop by and enjoy STEM activities: puzzles, games and more, in the Story Hour room. The room will be open for two hours in the morning for you to enjoy with your little ones (ages 0-5). In partnership with the Milton Early Childhood Alliance.

It's hot outside... so come to the library and cool off by watching this month's movie: Early Man, Rated PG, in the Keys Room! Set at the dawn of time, when prehistoric creatures and woolly mammoths roamed the earth, Early Man tells the story of Dug, along with sidekick Hognob as they unite his tribe against a mighty enemy Lord Nooth and his Bronze Age City to save their home. Runtime 1 hour 29 minutes.

Bring a sleeping bag or a pillow and get cozy! Popcorn will be served. No registration required.

A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.

Celebrate Libraries Rock with us during this fun and educational program all about the science of sound!

Music and all sorts of merry sounds engage students in sound experiments and live demonstrations showing the properties and transmission of sound waves. Students listen to sounds made with solid materials—from plastic, to metal, to string. Ordinary objects like handheld horns, metal screws, wooden ratchets and beads transform into a story sound-effect symphony. Electronic devices reveal frequency when a pitch-changing machine alters the students’ voices to gruff monsters or happy chipmunks. (K to 6)

For ages 6-11; registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the event. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week.  PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

Kids aged 10-13 are invited to join the Children's Room for crafting/making/building fun.  Each week we'll be making something different, using such supplies as craft materials, recycled items, hardware and more!  Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to each session.

Stop by the Conference Room with your smart phone or tablet for general tech help with Chris! All questions are welcomed from basic setup to using the library apps on your devices. No registration is required.

Thousands of restaurants have come and gone on Cape Cod over the past century. Some, however, made an indelible mark. Bill and Thelma's was hugely popular with students from the 1950s to the 1970s, often packed with locals after sporting events and dances. Starbuck's Restaurant in Hyannis featured the Chief Justice Warren Burger Burger and the Larry Bird Burger on its menu and boasted of the soup du jour, "We don't know what it is, but we have it every day." Opinions differ on how the Reno Diner actually got its name, whether from a broken sign or a local appliance company.

In his book, Historic Restaurants of Cape Cod, Author Christopher Setterlund details the history of the iconic establishments of the Cape, still fresh in the memories of patrons, complete with famous recipes.

Readers' Theatre is a a type of drama performed by "readers" who read from a script and do not have to memorize lines.  Performed with minimal costumes, sets and props, readers' theatre can be not only a great introduction to theatre for kids, but it's also a great way to practice one's oral reading skills, build confidence, and have fun with friends at the same time!

This summer, Miss Sara is leading a Readers' Theatre Club for students entering grades 2-4.  Each week participants will play theatre games, tackle different scripts based on well-known children's books, and make crafts to supplement the stories we're telling together.  The Club will meet five times over the course of the summer, and each meeting will culminate with a performance for family and friends.  While this is a drop-off program, parents/caregivers are asked to return 15 minutes before the end of each class (at 3:45) so they can see the show!

Students must be fluent readers who have completed first grade.  Registration is required and will open two weeks before the event.

Tonight there will be a free and open reception for our Wotiz Gallery July display by members of the Winter Valley Collage Group.  For more details about the exhibit and group, go to July 2nd through 30th here at Eventkeeper.  Please stop by, view the colorful pieces, and meet the artists.  For more information, call Jean Hlady at the Reference desk.

It's time for our youngest library friends to experience a Drive-In Movie! Join us as we build our own cars (using cardboard boxes, art supplies, and recyclable materials), and then sit in them to watch some short children's videos on the big screen! 

For ages 0-5 with caregiver. No registration required. If possible, bring your own box to decorate; if you can't, we'll have a few spares on hand. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
 

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Welcome to the Jumping Fleas Uke Group! Learn how to play the Ukulele, all levels welcome!  

We will learn basic chords and rhythms in a fun, beginner's level environment.

* Registration is required. Some Ukulele's will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own

Stop by the Conference Room with your smart phone or tablet for general tech help with Chris! All questions are welcomed from basic setup to using the library apps on your devices. No registration is required.

A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.

Pop-Up Art School combines art history and hands-on learning to teach a variety of art techniques to kids. These creative, informative and fun workshops focus on famous artists.

For ages 7-11. Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week.  PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.

Tonight there will be a free screening of the film "Paris Can Wait" directed by Eleanor Coppola and starring Diane Lane, Arnaud Viard and Alec Baldwin.    Anne is at a crossroads in her life.  Long married to a successful, driven, but inattentive movie producer, she unexpectedly finds herself taking a road trip from Cannes to Paris with a business associate of her husband.  What should be a seven-hour drive turns into a two-day adventure complete with picturesque sights, fine food and wine, humor, wisdom and romance, reawakening Anne's senses and giving her a new lust for life.  This is a great story and it is rated PG for "thematic elements, smoking and some language."  The running time is 92 minutes.  Come enjoy the cool library during July and check out this program, which is kindly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

Kids aged 10-13 are invited to join the Children's and Teen Rooms for crafting/making/building fun.  Each week we'll be making something different, using such supplies as craft materials, recycled items, hardware and more!  Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to each session.

Come share your writing with others here at the library, no matter how accomplished you may be!  Stop by and spend some time with experienced writing instructor Betty Siegel.  Ms. Siegel has taught in the College of Liberal Arts and Science at Quincy College in the areas of ESL, Oral Communication, Vocabulary, College Study Skills, Reading, Basic Composition, Critical Thinking, and more.  She is also a professional tutor, and a writer with stories published in Camper's Monthly, Downeast, and Yankee.    She brings her critical eye combined with a warm sense of humor to this workshop to help writers of all ages and skill levels improve their work.  Some topics covered each session may include a review of the writing process and content; short written exercises to practice the various types of creative writing; an introduction to the use of "hooks;" and ways to organize what you write.  Work on your own stories and get great feedback and inspiration in this ongoing program..  No sign up is required - just drop in.  This program is free and open to the public, and is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

The Milton Public Schools, the Milton Public Library, and the Milton Early Childhood Alliance invite you to Summertime Stories: outdoor storytimes at Milton community locations!

Miss Sara, the Milton Public Library Children’s Librarian will read stories, sing songs, and engage children at four sessions around town this summer. If the weather is nice, bring a blanket because we’ll be outside. If it is rainy, we’ll meet indoors. Parents/caregivers must remain with and look after their child – these are not drop-off events.Registration is not required, however, you will need to sign in upon arrival.

Held on four Thursdays at 10:00 AM: 7/12 and 8/16 at Tucker Elementary, and 7/26 and 8/23 at Cunningham Hall. RAIN OR SHINE! For families with their children ages birth to six years old.

Readers' Theatre is a a type of drama performed by "readers" who read from a script and do not have to memorize lines.  Performed with minimal costumes, sets and props, readers' theatre can be not only a great introduction to theatre for kids, but it's also a great way to practice one's oral reading skills, build confidence, and have fun with friends at the same time!

This summer, Miss Sara is leading a Readers' Theatre Club for students entering grades 2-4.  Each week participants will play theatre games, tackle different scripts based on well-known children's books, and make crafts to supplement the stories we're telling together.  The Club will meet five times over the course of the summer, and each meeting will culminate with a performance for family and friends.  While this is a drop-off program, parents/caregivers are asked to return 15 minutes before the end of each class (at 3:45) so they can see the show!

Students must be fluent readers who have completed first grade.  Registration is required and will open two weeks before the event.

Courageous Conversation towards Racial Justice would like to host the showing of Not Your Negro,  followed by a conversation.

Drop by and enjoy STEM activities: puzzles, games and more, in the Story Hour room. The room will be open for two hours in the morning for you to enjoy with your little ones (ages 0-5). In partnership with the Milton Early Childhood Alliance.

Come build with the library's Lego collection!  Each month we'll build on a different theme.  At the end of the hour, your creations will go on display for all library visitors to enjoy.  Ages 6-12 welcome. Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the event.  *Please type 0 instead of K when registering a K child

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
 

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Register to make a fun STEM craft on Monday July 2, July 30,  and Aug 13th!  Materials provided and registration is limited to 20.  This program is recommended for ages 3-6.

A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.

Enjoy a story and make a tasty treat with Debbie Alsebai of Kidz Cooking. Registration is required and will open two weeks in advance of the program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week.  PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

Kids aged 10-13 are invited to join the Children's and Teen Rooms for crafting/making/building fun.  Each week we'll be making something different, using such supplies as craft materials, recycled items, hardware and more!  Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to each session.

Come find us for storytime at the Milton Farmers' Market!

Ms. Jen  and Ms. Elaine, Children’s Librarians at the Milton Public Library will read stories, sing songs, and engage children at four farmers' market sessions this fall. Rain or shine! Parents/caregivers must remain with and look after their child – these are not drop-off events. No registration is required.

Malik the Magic Guy will wow the entire family.  Join us for this factastic interactive show featuring: magic, juggling, comedy and audience interaction! No registration.

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
 

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Welcome to the Jumping Fleas Uke Group! Learn how to play the Ukulele, all levels welcome!  

We will learn basic chords and rhythms in a fun, beginner's level environment.

* Registration is required. Some Ukulele's will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own

A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.

 Leaves students astounded, amazed, and educated! They learn how magicians use our assumptions and perceptions about how the world works to entertain us. Discovering how to make objects disappear and reappear using optical illusions, polymers, mirrors, as well as hidden compartments, sleight-of-hand, and misdirection are part of the learning experience. The art of escape with Houdini’s chains and the power of perception with the crayon mind-reading trick are a few classics. The (K to 6)  This workshop has an additional equipment fee.

For ages 6-11; registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the event. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Tonight there will be a free screening of the excellent film "Marshall" which is a 2017 American biographical legal drama and stars Chadwick Boseman as Thurgood Marshall, the first African-American Supreme Court Justice.  It focuses on one of the first cases of his career called "The State of Connecticut v. Joseph Spell."  In this true story, in 1940 Thurgood Marshall is an NAACP lawyer traveling the country defending people of color who are wrongly accused of crimes because of racial prejudice.  Upon the return to his New York office, he is sent to Bridgeport, CT to defend Joseph Spell (played by Sterling K. Brown), a chauffeur accused of rape by his white employer, Eleanor Strubing, in a case that has gripped the newspapers.  A Jewish insurance lawyer, Sam Friedman (Josh Gad) is assigned by his brother, against his will, to get Marshall admitted to the local bar.  At the hearing, the judge agrees to admit Marshall but forbids him to speak during the trial, forcing Friedman to be Spell's lead counsel.  This is an entertaining and inspiring biopic of a very human hero.   Please join us for this program, which is kindly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.  The movie is 1 hour, 58 minutes in length and is rated PG-13 for "mature thematic content, sexuality, violence and some strong language." 

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

Kids aged 10-13 are invited to join the Children's and Teen Rooms for crafting/making/building fun.  Each week we'll be making something different, using such supplies as craft materials, recycled items, hardware and more!  Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to each session.

"Libraries Rock” is the 2018 summer reading theme developed by the Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP). To fit with this totally awesome music theme, Jungle Jim's new show is titled “80s Rock the Library.” Jungle Jim’s tubular balloon magic show combined with comedy, improv and rad elements from 1980s classics makes this one righteous show you won’t want to miss!

Come share your writing with others here at the library, no matter how accomplished you may be!  Stop by and spend some time with experienced writing instructor Betty Siegel.  Ms. Siegel has taught in the College of Liberal Arts and Science at Quincy College in the areas of ESL, Oral Communication, Vocabulary, College Study Skills, Reading, Basic Composition, Critical Thinking, and more.  She is also a professional tutor, and a writer with stories published in Camper's Monthly, Downeast, and Yankee.    She brings her critical eye combined with a warm sense of humor to this workshop to help writers of all ages and skill levels improve their work.  Some topics covered each session may include a review of the writing process and content; short written exercises to practice the various types of creative writing; an introduction to the use of "hooks;" and ways to organize what you write.  Work on your own stories and get great feedback and inspiration in this ongoing program..  No sign up is required - just drop in.  This program is free and open to the public, and is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Drop by and enjoy STEM activities: puzzles, games and more, in the Story Hour room. The room will be open for two hours in the morning for you to enjoy with your little ones (ages 0-5). In partnership with the Milton Early Childhood Alliance.

Come build with the library's Lego collection!  Each month we'll build on a different theme.  At the end of the hour, your creations will go on display for all library visitors to enjoy.  Ages 6-12 welcome. Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the event.  *Please type 0 instead of K when registering a K child

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.
 

Families are encouraged to sing, move to rhymes, enjoy music and great stories with our new Children’s Librarian, Ms. Jen on Monday mornings. Ages infant- 5yrs. No registration required.

Register to make a fun STEM craft on Monday July 2, July 30,  and Aug 13th!  Materials provided and registration is limited to 20.  This program is recommended for ages 3-6.

A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.

Stories for ages 3 and up with a adult caregiver. Miss Sara features one new book and one Kids' Favorite (brought from home) each week.  PJ's welcome!
No younger siblings please - no registration necessary.

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

Stop by the Conference Room with your smart phone or tablet for general tech help with Chris! All questions are welcomed from basic setup to using the library apps on your devices. No registration is required.

The Milton Public Schools, the Milton Public Library, and the Milton Early Childhood Alliance invite you to Summertime Stories: outdoor storytimes at Milton community locations!

Miss Sara, the Milton Public Library Children’s Librarian will read stories, sing songs, and engage children at four sessions around town this summer. If the weather is nice, bring a blanket because we’ll be outside. If it is rainy, we’ll meet indoors. Parents/caregivers must remain with and look after their child – these are not drop-off events.Registration is not required, however, you will need to sign in upon arrival.

Held on four Thursdays at 10:00 AM: 7/12 and 8/16 at Tucker Elementary, and 7/26 and 8/23 at Cunningham Hall. RAIN OR SHINE! For families with their children ages birth to six years old.

Come find us for storytime at the Milton Farmers' Market!

Ms. Jen  and Ms. Elaine, Children’s Librarians at the Milton Public Library will read stories, sing songs, and engage children at four farmers' market sessions this fall. Rain or shine! Parents/caregivers must remain with and look after their child – these are not drop-off events. No registration is required.

Calling all Summer Readers! It's time to celebrate your summer reading achievements. Please join the Children's Room staff,  and the Friends of the Library for games, prizes and ice cream! This event is open only to registered participants in the library's Summer Reading Challenge and their immediate families. No registration required.

Welcome to the Jumping Fleas Uke Group! Learn how to play the Ukulele, all levels welcome!  

We will learn basic chords and rhythms in a fun, beginner's level environment.

* Registration is required. Some Ukulele's will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own

Stop by the Conference Room with your smart phone or tablet for general tech help with Chris! All questions are welcomed from basic setup to using the library apps on your devices. No registration is required.

A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

Come share your writing with others here at the library, no matter how accomplished you may be!  Stop by and spend some time with experienced writing instructor Betty Siegel.  Ms. Siegel has taught in the College of Liberal Arts and Science at Quincy College in the areas of ESL, Oral Communication, Vocabulary, College Study Skills, Reading, Basic Composition, Critical Thinking, and more.  She is also a professional tutor, and a writer with stories published in Camper's Monthly, Downeast, and Yankee.    She brings her critical eye combined with a warm sense of humor to this workshop to help writers of all ages and skill levels improve their work.  Some topics covered each session may include a review of the writing process and content; short written exercises to practice the various types of creative writing; an introduction to the use of "hooks;" and ways to organize what you write.  Work on your own stories and get great feedback and inspiration in this ongoing program..  No sign up is required - just drop in.  This program is free and open to the public, and is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

The Milton Public Schools, the Milton Public Library, and the Milton Early Childhood Alliance invite you to Summertime Stories: outdoor storytimes at Milton community locations!

Miss Sara, the Milton Public Library Children’s Librarian will read stories, sing songs, and engage children at four sessions around town this summer. If the weather is nice, bring a blanket because we’ll be outside. If it is rainy, we’ll meet indoors. Parents/caregivers must remain with and look after their child – these are not drop-off events.Registration is not required, however, you will need to sign in upon arrival.

Held on four Thursdays at 10:00 AM: 7/12 and 8/16 at Tucker Elementary, and 7/26 and 8/23 at Cunningham Hall. RAIN OR SHINE! For families with their children ages birth to six years old.

Drop by and enjoy STEM activities: puzzles, games and more, in the Story Hour room. The room will be open for two hours in the morning for you to enjoy with your little ones (ages 0-5). In partnership with the Milton Early Childhood Alliance.

It's hot outside... so come to the library and cool off by watching a movie in the Keys Room!  Join us for s showing of Moana!  In Ancient Polynesia, when a terrible curse incurred by the Demigod Maui reaches Moana's island, she answers the Ocean's call to seek out the Demigod to set things right. Rated PG.  Runtime, 1 hour 47 minutes.

Bring a sleeping bag or a pillow and get cozy! Popcorn will be served. No registration required.

Coaches and Directors pre season Meeting

A program for our littlest library fans. These programs are just for babies from birth to 12 months (with their care-giver, of course, and please - no older siblings). Music, rhythm, and nursery rhymes will be featured.

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

A "lap-sit" program for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, with nursery songs and rhymes and age-appropriate story books. No registration required. Note: This program is repeated at 10:45. Choose the time that suits you best!

Come find us for storytime at the Milton Farmers' Market!

Ms. Jen  and Ms. Elaine, Children’s Librarians at the Milton Public Library will read stories, sing songs, and engage children at four farmers' market sessions this fall. Rain or shine! Parents/caregivers must remain with and look after their child – these are not drop-off events. No registration is required.

Come find us for storytime at the Milton Farmers' Market!

Ms. Jen  and Ms. Elaine, Children’s Librarians at the Milton Public Library will read stories, sing songs, and engage children at four farmers' market sessions this fall. Rain or shine! Parents/caregivers must remain with and look after their child – these are not drop-off events. No registration is required.

Calling all Cooks!  The Milton Public Library Cookbook Club, led by local chef Connie Spiros and Assistant Director Sara Truog, invites you to its next session on Monday, September 17 from 6:30-7:30pm.  Each club meeting will feature a selected cookbook, and members will prepare a tasty treat from the book to bring to the Library and share.  The cookbook chosen for September is TBA.

In order to participate, please take these simple steps:

• Please register through the library events calendar. Only registered cooks will be able to attend.
• Borrow a copy of the book from the library and choose a dish. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month ahead. (If you borrow a cookbook but won't be able to attend the meeting, please return the cookbook so someone else can check it out. Thank you!)
• Once you've chosen your recipe, contact Sara by email (struog@ocln.org) or phone (617-898-4951) to let her know what recipe you’ll be trying so we don't have a lot of duplication in the dishes we'll sample on meeting night!

Space is limited and advance registration is required. Registration will open on Monday, August 27. Once you register you will receive more details about the club.  Bon Appetit!

meeting

Come find us for storytime at the Milton Farmers' Market!

Ms. Jen  and Ms. Elaine, Children’s Librarians at the Milton Public Library will read stories, sing songs, and engage children at four farmers' market sessions this fall. Rain or shine! Parents/caregivers must remain with and look after their child – these are not drop-off events. No registration is required.

meeting

meeting

New chess tournament designed by David Vigorito.

Calling all Cooks!  The Milton Public Library Cookbook Club, led by local chef Connie Spiros and Assistant Director Sara Truog, invites you to its next session on Monday, November 5 from 6:30-7:30pm.  Each club meeting will feature a selected cookbook, and members will prepare a tasty treat from the book to bring to the Library and share.  The cookbook chosen for November is TBA.

In order to participate, please take these simple steps:

• Please register through the library events calendar. Only registered cooks will be able to attend.
• Borrow a copy of the book from the library and choose a dish. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month ahead. (If you borrow a cookbook but won't be able to attend the meeting, please return the cookbook so someone else can check it out. Thank you!)
• Once you've chosen your recipe, contact Sara by email (struog@ocln.org) or phone (617-898-4951) to let her know what recipe you’ll be trying so we don't have a lot of duplication in the dishes we'll sample on meeting night!

Space is limited and advance registration is required. Registration will open on Monday, October 15. Once you register you will receive more details about the club.  Bon Appetit!

OCLN Circulation Meeting

This will be a wonderful presentation by Larry Spotted Crow Mann to celebrate Native American Month.  Mr. Mann is an award-winning writer/poet, performer, Nipmuc cultural educator, storyteller and citizen of the Nipmuc Tribe.  He travels from his home in Western Massachusetts throughout the United States, Canada, and part of Europe, to schools, colleges, Pow Wows, and other organizations sharing the music, culture, and history of Nipmuc people.  In 2010, his poetry won a competition in the Memescapes Journal of Fine Arts.  In 2013, his poetry was nominated for the Pushcart Prize.  Mann's Tales from the Whispering Basket is an internationally-acclaimed and compelling collection of short stories and poetry that has received excellent reviews.  His ground-breaking novel, The Mourning Road to Thanksgiving, won the 2015 WordCraft Circle of Native American Writers Award.  He hs also worked in collaboration with the Massachusett Department of Public Health to fight substance abuse.  Please join him to learn more about Native American history, music, literature and more in this compelling event.  The program is suitable for all ages and is kindly sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

Darius Coombs, Director of Wampanoag Interpretation and Research at the Plimoth Plantation, will give a one-hour presentation this evening about the life and culture of the Wampanoag and Eastern Woodlands tribes.  Topics may include 17-century daily life, the environment, foodways, music and clothing.  Images and artifacts may also be used to illustrate this fascinating talk.  Native speakers wear modern dress and speak about Native life today as well as in the past.  This is an all ages program and we encourage you to bring your family!  It's a wonderful chance to learn more about this important topic.  Our host will be staff member Chris Callaghan, the event is free and open to the public, and this program is sponsored by the Friends of the Milton Public Library.

meeting