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7:15 PM
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Second Tuesday Book Club
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Contact: Priscilla Crane 781-848-0405 ex.4417 referencedesk@braintreema.gov
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This month's discussion book is House of Sand and Fog by Anre Dubus III.
Book club books are available for pick up at the circulation desk about one month before the discussion date and are due back on the night of the discussion.
All readers are always welcome.
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Location: Reading Room - Main Level
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Wednesday June 12, 2013
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9:15 AM
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10:15 AM
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Computer Series Session I
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Contact: Reference 781-848-0405 x4417 brref@ocln.org
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Whether you are new to computers or just want to use them more effectively, this series of three sessions will get you on your way. Participants will learn how to navigate their way around an Internet Web page, use various ways to select options that are common to Web pages, cut and paste, enter search terms, and fill in on-line forms. Learn the basics of saving files and printing and find out what various types of software can do for you. There will be an introduction to the Internet and using Search Engines. Participants must have a basic familiarity with using a keyboard and mouse.
Registering for Session I signs you up for all 3 sessions: Wednesday: 6/12, Thursday: 6/13, and Wednesday: 6/19.
Space is limited. Participants may register by using the Registration button here, or at the Reference desk on the lower level, or by calling the library at 781-848-0405 ext. 4417.
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Location: Computer Area - Lower Level
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12:00 PM
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1:00 PM
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Brown Bag Book Club
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Contact: Erin Creighton 781-848-0405 x4430 ecreighton@braintreema.gov
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Feel free to bring your lunch and join us for the discussion of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Book club books are available at the circulation desk about one month before the meeting date and are due back on the day of the discussion.
All readers are always welcome.
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Location: Reading Room - Main Level
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6:30 PM
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8:45 PM
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Movie Night!
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Contact: Reference Desk 781-848-0405 x4417 brref@ocln.org
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Monthly New Release Movie Program
Join us for a showing of a newly released movie on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
This month follow Matt Damon on a journey into the heart of small town America and the struggle to help save their economically hard hit town without causing it environmental ruin.
Titles will be announced in the library.
Movie ratings will vary. This program is primarily intended for adult audiences.
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Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level
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Thursday June 13, 2013
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6:00 PM
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8:00 PM
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Read and Rise!
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Contact: Elisabeth Strachan, Children's Librarian 781 848-0405 x4426 referencedesk@braintreema.gov
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Read and Rise! is a 6 week literacy engagement program. It is designed to support children’s literacy development while celebrating the positive impact of family culture and tradition. Each week parents will bring home books to KEEP and share with their child. Learn ways to initiate conversations surrounding the sharing of stories. For parents ONLY. Books are appropriate for children birth through age 5. Presented by Maura Perez, M. Ed.
To register for the series, email jrodeck@qcap.org. or call Joan Rodeck 617- 657-5369,
at Quincy Community Action Programs, the non-profit co-sponsor of this program. Read and Rise! is a 6 week program that will be held 6 Thursdays in a row. Sponsored by Quincy Braintree Family Network (QBFN) and Thayer Public Library
http://www.qcap.org/
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Location: Conference Room A
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6:30 PM
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8:30 PM
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Social Skills Development
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Contact: Mimi Pugsley 781-843-3620
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Social Skills Development in children and teens. A workshop for parents, especially parents of children with special needs. Hosted by SEPAC (SEPAC stands for "Special Education Parents Advisory Council") of Braintree. Funded with a grant given to the Braintree Public Schools. Free, no registration.
SEPAC's site:
http://www.gpvillage.com/braintreesepac
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Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level
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6:30 PM
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9:00 PM
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Scrabble
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Contact: Reference 781-848-0405 x4417 brref@ocln.org
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Like to play Scrabble?
Join us every Thursday night for open Scrabble play. Come alone or bring a friend. All players are welcome!
Play starts promptly at 6:30PM September through June and at 6:00PM during July and August.
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Location: Lower Level
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7:00 PM
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8:00 PM
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Computer Series - Session II
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Contact: Reference 781-848-0405 brref@ocln.org
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Continuation of yesterday's session.
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Location: Lower Level
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Friday June 14, 2013
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3:30 PM
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4:30 PM
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Teen Creative Writing Group
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Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to the library's monthly creative writing program. We'll focus on developing ideas, finding inspiration, and how to get published. Plus meet other writers. No registration required.
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Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level
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Saturday June 15, 2013
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9:00 AM
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1:00 PM
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Friends of Thayer Public LIbrary Book Sale
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Contact: Liz Hurley 781-843-4245
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Book sale will take place in the library's parking lot garage.
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Location: Garage
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12:30 PM
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4:30 PM
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Students of the Traves Piano Studio Recital
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Contact: Buddy Traves 781-849-7208
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Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level
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Monday June 17, 2013
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3:00 PM
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Snack and Study For Teen Final Exams
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Looking for a quiet place to prepare for finals? The library will be opening Logan Auditorium on Monday, June 17 from 3:00-6:00pm and Tuesday, June 18 from 3:00-8:00pm for teens to use as a quiet independent study zone in preparation for final exams. We will have plenty of tables and chairs, and there will be hot chocolate and snacks on hand to help you focus.
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Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level
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