Come meet to play the ancient Chinese game of mahjong. No formal instruction will be given at this time but some of the participants may be willing to teach how to play the game. 

Our homeschooling group is participating in the Odyssey of the Mind competition and will be rehearsing and building for months in preparation.

Story Time is every Friday at 10:30. We'll read stories, sing songs, and do a quick craft. No registration is required.

Join us for reading and discussion of current topics. Readers and topics vary each week. Co-sponsored by the COA.

Join us for an afternoon of smooth jazz with Lori Columbo. According to Lori's website, she has been the opening performer for the prestigious Pops by the Sea, featuring the Boston Pops, in both 2006 and 2012. Lori has also performed at the critically-acclaimed Summer Jazz Series at Wequassett Resort in Chatham. She continues to perform weekly at the Roadhouse Cafe in Hyannis, with the Roadhouse Jazz Band, on Monday evenings. For more informarion about Lori please visit her website. 

This program is hosted by the Friends of the Brooks Free Library. Light refreshments will be served. 

Experienced and aspiring writers meet to share with each other.  

Children of all ages are invited to join us for free play with our zillions of Lego blocks and kits! No registration is required. Children in Grade 4 and below must have an adult present in the library building as per our library policy.

Fiction 101: Writers Workshop

Modeled after college level creative writing classes, we will explore multiple elements of short story and novel writing techniques. Among them will be The Nine Basic Plot Structures, Character Creation, Development of “Voice”, Editing, Publishing, and many more. As a class we will read and discuss contemporary and classical literature that pertains to the day’s topic, complete tailored writing prompts, and work through exercises designed to demonstrate these specific techniques. This class is designed for anyone with an interest in developing a strong foundation for their fiction writing or for experienced writers who are  looking for a refresher course on the basics. Ages thirteen and up. Registration is required.

10/3 The Nine Basic Plots

In this class we will discuss whether Booker’s claim that only seven (or nine) plots truly exist in literature and how to write with this belief in mind. This class will go into detail about the individual components that make up each of the nine plots and how you can use such a structure in your own writing.

Reading: A Rose For Emily by William Faulkner

http://xroads.virginia.edu/~drbr/wf_rose.html

To register, click the link below:

Register HERE

Join us as we sing songs, recite nursery rhymes, and play with musical instruments every Friday at 10:30! The program is aimed at very young children birth through preschool. No registration is required.

Middle School students will be part of the Maker Movement by working with technology or making things by hand. Anticipated projects include stop motion movies, brush bots, and cupcake decorating. No registration is required. 

The Evening Book Group regularly meets on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm.  New members are always welcome. Pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk and join us for a lively discussion. Tonight we will be reading "The Wright Brothers" by David McCullough (non-fiction).  Discussion with Jack.

Preschoolers and young children can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) concepts through stories and activities. No registration is required. 

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Cape Cod Viewfinders.

Wish you had more time to scrapbook or make cards? Join a group of people who are interested in completing scrapbook pages/albums while getting together to share experiences. We will meet monthly to provide an opportunity to learn from each other, get advice on and share tools, techniques, and supplies, and to enjoy sociability while filling your albums with memories. Bring your own materials and photos and join us on the first Thursday of every month at 6PM. If you never scrapped before, bring your photos and scissors and a runner adhesive and we’ll help you get started. Card makers welcome to join us. Open to individuals 16 years of age and older. 
 

Join us for reading and discussion of current topics. Readers and topics vary each week. Co-sponsored by the COA.

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Join us as we sing songs, recite nursery rhymes, and play with musical instruments every Friday at 10:30! The program is aimed at very young children birth through preschool. No registration is required.

Pick up a copy of the book at the Circulation Desk. This month's selection:  The Telling Room: a tale of love, betrayal, revenge, and the world's greatest piece of cheese by Michael Paterniti. New members are always welcome.
 
    

Middle School students will be part of the Maker Movement by working with technology or making things by hand. Anticipated projects include stop motion movies, brush bots, and cupcake decorating. No registration is required. 

This group is a venue for local writers to meet other local writers, to discuss their work, to read from their work, to provide and receive healthy feedback, and to learn and benefit from the experience. Group led by Brooks Free Library Senior Library Technician and author/freelance writer Jack Sheedy.

Preschoolers and young children can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) concepts through stories and activities. No registration is required. 

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Every other Wednesday, on the early release days, we will bring out our video game consoles for middle and high school students to compete with one another! 

The Friends of the Brooks Free Library "Books on Wheels” service provides free delivery of library materials to Harwich residents who are permanently or temporarily unable to visit the library due to illness, physical disability, lack of transportation, a caregiver of a homebound person, or any reason you're physically unable to get to the library. Delivery is on the second and fourth week of each month. Please phone the library at 508-430-7562 to learn more about this service.

Our homeschooling group is participating in the Odyssey of the Mind competition and will be rehearsing and building for months in preparation.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Harwich Cultural Council.

Join Dr. Jay Anderson to learn about writing down your memories. 2nd and 4th Fridays.

Join us for reading and discussion of current topics. Readers and topics vary each week. Co-sponsored by the COA.

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Engineering Challenge: Students will be challenged to build a marble roller coaster with pipefoam!

No registration is required. 

Lisa Canto will lead toddlers and preschoolers in rhythm games, learning some simple sign language, and acting out familiar fairy tales through improv. No registration is required, all ages are welcome. 

Experienced and aspiring writers meet to share with each other.  

Children of all ages are invited to join us for free play with our zillions of Lego blocks and kits! No registration is required. Children in Grade 4 and below must have an adult present in the library building as per our library policy.

Fiction 101: Writers Workshop

Modeled after college level creative writing classes, we will explore multiple elements of short story and novel writing techniques. Among them will be The Nine Basic Plot Structures, Character Creation, Development of “Voice”, Editing, Publishing, and many more. As a class we will read and discuss contemporary and classical literature that pertains to the day’s topic, complete tailored writing prompts, and work through exercises designed to demonstrate these specific techniques. This class is designed for anyone with an interest in developing a strong foundation for their fiction writing or for experienced writers who are  looking for a refresher course on the basics. Ages thirteen and up.  Registration is required.

10/17 Essential Components for Creating Timeless Characters

Sherlock Holmes. Daenerys Targaryen. The Great Gatsby. Jane Eyre. Lenny and George. Anne of Green Gables. All of these character’s names have survived long after their creators have died. In this class we will figure out what makes a character timeless and how we can create our own memorable and remarkable characters.

Reading: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button by F. Scott Fitzgerald

http://xroads.virginia.edu/~hyper/fitzgerald/jazz/benjamin/benjamin1.htm

To register, click the link below:

Register HERE

Join us as we sing songs, recite nursery rhymes, and play with musical instruments every Friday at 10:30! The program is aimed at very young children birth through preschool. No registration is required.

Middle School students will be part of the Maker Movement by working with technology or making things by hand. Anticipated projects include stop motion movies, brush bots, and cupcake decorating. No registration is required. 

Preschoolers and young children can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) concepts through stories and activities. No registration is required. 

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Middle school students are invited to come learn the basics of coding on non-early-release Wednesdays. We will have some “unplugged” coding concept games to play, as well as using our Chromebooks to learn Scratch, a basic coding language. No registration is required, but the learning builds on itself, so frequent attendance is encouraged.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Cape Cod Viewfinders.

Homeschool students can enjoy a variety of activities, some educational, some for pure fun at our monthly Activity Club meeting, which is held every third Thursday of the month from September through June. 

“The Greatest Generation Meets” is a monthly book group that meets on the third Friday of the month from 1:00-2:00 in the Thornton Room at the Brooks Free Library. “The Greatest Generation” is a term coined by Tom Brokaw that pays tribute to the men and women who served our country, both overseas and at home, during World War II. If you are a member of this generation, or are interested in this period of history, join our discussion and share your ideas and experiences.

This month's selection is The Conquerors: Roosevelt, Truman, and the Destruction of Hitler's Germany, 1941-1945 by Michael R. Beschloss. Pick up a copy of the book at the circulation desk. Harwich residents needing transportation should call the Council On Aging van at (508) 241-1566 by 11am the day before each Friday to make a reservation.

Join us for reading and discussion of current topics. Readers and topics vary each week. Co-sponsored by the COA.

Tech Talk: iOS 10 Beginners
Come join other beginners for an informational session on how to get started with your iPhone/iPad. This will be a general introduction to the different screens and applications you can expect to encounter when you first start using your device. Material will be geared toward devices with iOS 10, but will cover features found across multiple iOS versions and devices. Registration is required, please fill out the following form.

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Lisa Canto will lead toddlers and preschoolers in rhythm games, learning some simple sign language, and acting out familiar fairy tales through improv. No registration is required, all ages are welcome. 

Experienced and aspiring writers meet to share with each other.  

Children of all ages are invited to join us for free play with our zillions of Lego blocks and kits! No registration is required. Children in Grade 4 and below must have an adult present in the library building as per our library policy.

Fiction 101: Writers Workshop

Modeled after college level creative writing classes, we will explore multiple elements of short story and novel writing techniques. Among them will be The Nine Basic Plot Structures, Character Creation, Development of “Voice”, Editing, Publishing, and many more. As a class we will read and discuss contemporary and classical literature that pertains to the day’s topic, complete tailored writing prompts, and work through exercises designed to demonstrate these specific techniques. This class is designed for anyone with an interest in developing a strong foundation for their fiction writing or for experienced writers who are  looking for a refresher course on the basics. Ages thirteen and up.  Registration is required.

10/24 Scene Versus Summary

This class focuses on the difference between composing scenes and writing summary. Discussion will focus on how these methods affect a story's pacing, what is gained with each usage, and what may be lost.

Reading: The Bog Girl by Karen Russell

http://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2016/06/20/bog-girl-by-karen-russell

Register HERE

Join us as we sing songs, recite nursery rhymes, and play with musical instruments every Friday at 10:30! The program is aimed at very young children birth through preschool. No registration is required.

Middle School students will be part of the Maker Movement by working with technology or making things by hand. Anticipated projects include stop motion movies, brush bots, and cupcake decorating. No registration is required. 

This group is a venue for local writers to meet other local writers, to discuss their work, to read from their work, to provide and receive healthy feedback, and to learn and benefit from the experience. Group led by Brooks Free Library Senior Library Technician and author/freelance writer Jack Sheedy.

Pick up a copy of the book at the Circulation Desk. This month's book selection is Tender at the Bone by Ruth Reichl .  Bring a personal place setting and a pot luck dish to share with the group. New members are always welcome.

Preschoolers and young children can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) concepts through stories and activities. No registration is required. 

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Every other Wednesday, on the early release days, we will bring out our video game consoles for middle and high school students to compete with one another! 

The Friends of the Brooks Free Library "Books on Wheels” service provides free delivery of library materials to Harwich residents who are permanently or temporarily unable to visit the library due to illness, physical disability, lack of transportation, a caregiver of a homebound person, or any reason you're physically unable to get to the library. Delivery is on the second and fourth week of each month. Please phone the library at 508-430-7562 to learn more about this service.

Our homeschooling group is participating in the Odyssey of the Mind competition and will be rehearsing and building for months in preparation.

Join Dr. Jay Anderson to learn about writing down your memories. 2nd and 4th Fridays.

Join us for reading and discussion of current topics. Readers and topics vary each week. Co-sponsored by the COA.

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

  Spooky Treat Workshop: Make spooky treats like pretzel bones or Booo-nana ghosts. All ages welcome. If you have a food allergy, please contact Ann at acarpenter@clamsnet.org

In place of our regular Monday Creative Movement program, we will have our annual Halloween Parade! Children can come to the library wearing their Halloween costume and enjoy a short Halloween-themed storybook. Afterwards we will parade across the street to the Town Hall, where the generous Town Hall employees will hand out small treats to the children. No registration is required. 

Experienced and aspiring writers meet to share with each other.  

Children of all ages are invited to join us for free play with our zillions of Lego blocks and kits! No registration is required. Children in Grade 4 and below must have an adult present in the library building as per our library policy.

Fiction 101: Writers Workshop

Modeled after college level creative writing classes, we will explore multiple elements of short story and novel writing techniques. Among them will be The Nine Basic Plot Structures, Character Creation, Development of “Voice”, Editing, Publishing, and many more. As a class we will read and discuss contemporary and classical literature that pertains to the day’s topic, complete tailored writing prompts, and work through exercises designed to demonstrate these specific techniques. This class is designed for anyone with an interest in developing a strong foundation for their fiction writing or for experienced writers who are  looking for a refresher course on the basics. Ages thirteen and up.  Registration is required.

10/31 Nuanced Plot structures.

Building off what we learned from the nine types of plots class, we will discuss how we can twist and manipulate established tropes to create nuanced approaches to plot. We will examine stories that exist outside of the core plots and discuss their structure and how to use similar structures in our own writing.

Reading: The Specialist’s Hat by Kelly Link

http://kellylink.net/specialists-hat

Register HERE

Join us as we sing songs, recite nursery rhymes, and play with musical instruments every Friday at 10:30! The program is aimed at very young children birth through preschool. No registration is required.

Middle School students will be part of the Maker Movement by working with technology or making things by hand. Anticipated projects include stop motion movies, brush bots, and cupcake decorating. No registration is required. 

The Evening Book Group regularly meets on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm.  New members are always welcome. Pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk and join us for a lively discussion. Tonight we will be reading "Our souls at night" by Haruf. 

Preschoolers and young children can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) concepts through stories and activities. No registration is required. 

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Middle school students are invited to come learn the basics of coding on non-early-release Wednesdays. We will have some “unplugged” coding concept games to play, as well as using our Chromebooks to learn Scratch, a basic coding language. No registration is required, but the learning builds on itself, so frequent attendance is encouraged.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Cape Cod Viewfinders.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Friends and Gardeners.

Wish you had more time to scrapbook or make cards? Join a group of people who are interested in completing scrapbook pages/albums while getting together to share experiences. We will meet monthly to provide an opportunity to learn from each other, get advice on and share tools, techniques, and supplies, and to enjoy sociability while filling your albums with memories. Bring your own materials and photos and join us on the first Thursday of every month at 6PM. If you never scrapped before, bring your photos and scissors and a runner adhesive and we’ll help you get started. Card makers welcome to join us. Open to individuals 16 years of age and older. 
 

Join us for reading and discussion of current topics. Readers and topics vary each week. Co-sponsored by the COA.

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Met to rave reviews for over a decade, Mr. Collins' performances deliver not just the poetry and plays, but they bring poets and playwrights to life on the stage. The shows also convey an understanding of the impact and the reactions of the characters to their respective times, giving the audience not just a performance, but an experience. For more information, visit his website. 

This program is hosted by the Friends of the Brooks Free Library. Light refreshments will be served. 

Lisa Canto will lead toddlers and preschoolers in rhythm games, learning some simple sign language, and acting out familiar fairy tales through improv. No registration is required, all ages are welcome. 

Experienced and aspiring writers meet to share with each other.  

Children of all ages are invited to join us for free play with our zillions of Lego blocks and kits! No registration is required. Children in Grade 4 and below must have an adult present in the library building as per our library policy.

Fiction 101: Writers Workshop

Instructors: Gabrielle Griffis and Corey Farrenkopf

Where: Monday Nights in the Thornton Room at Brooks Free Library (in the basement)

Time: 7-8 o’clock

Modeled after college level creative writing classes, we will explore multiple elements of short story and novel writing techniques. Among them will be The Nine Basic Plot Structures, Character Creation, Development of “Voice”, Editing, Publishing, and many more. As a class we will read and discuss contemporary and classical literature that pertains to the day’s topic, complete tailored writing prompts, and work through exercises designed to demonstrate these specific techniques. This class is designed for anyone with an interest in developing a strong foundation for their fiction writing or for experienced writers who are  looking for a refresher course on the basics. Ages thirteen and up.  Registration is required.

11/7 Do’s and Don’ts of Experimentation

In this class we will discuss what it means to write experimental fiction. We will examine the different styles and characteristics that set it apart from conventional fiction. We will also discuss possible strong points and weak points in regards to enjoyment vs. art.

Reading: A selection from Sum by David Eagleman

       (To be handed out in class)

                      And

SemplicaGirls Diary by George Saunders

http://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2012/10/15/the-semplica-girl-diaries

To register, click the link below:

Register HERE

Join us as we sing songs, recite nursery rhymes, and play with musical instruments every Friday at 10:30! The program is aimed at very young children birth through preschool. No registration is required.

Pick up a copy of the book at the Circulation Desk. This month's selection: The Postmistress by Sarah Blake . New members are always welcome.
 
    

Middle School students will be part of the Maker Movement by working with technology or making things by hand. Anticipated projects include stop motion movies, brush bots, and cupcake decorating. No registration is required. 

This group is a venue for local writers to meet other local writers, to discuss their work, to read from their work, to provide and receive healthy feedback, and to learn and benefit from the experience. Group led by Brooks Free Library Senior Library Technician and author/freelance writer Jack Sheedy.

Preschoolers and young children can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) concepts through stories and activities. No registration is required. 

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Middle school students are invited to come learn the basics of coding on non-early-release Wednesdays. We will have some “unplugged” coding concept games to play, as well as using our Chromebooks to learn Scratch, a basic coding language. No registration is required, but the learning builds on itself, so frequent attendance is encouraged.

The Friends of the Brooks Free Library "Books on Wheels” service provides free delivery of library materials to Harwich residents who are permanently or temporarily unable to visit the library due to illness, physical disability, lack of transportation, a caregiver of a homebound person, or any reason you're physically unable to get to the library. Delivery is on the second and fourth week of each month. Please phone the library at 508-430-7562 to learn more about this service.

Our homeschooling group is participating in the Odyssey of the Mind competition and will be rehearsing and building for months in preparation.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Harwich Cultural Council.

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Lisa Canto will lead toddlers and preschoolers in rhythm games, learning some simple sign language, and acting out familiar fairy tales through improv. No registration is required, all ages are welcome. 

Experienced and aspiring writers meet to share with each other.  

Children of all ages are invited to join us for free play with our zillions of Lego blocks and kits! No registration is required. Children in Grade 4 and below must have an adult present in the library building as per our library policy.

Fiction 101: Writers Workshop

Instructors: Gabrielle Griffis and Corey Farrenkopf

Where: Monday Nights in the Thornton Room at Brooks Free Library (in the basement)

Time: 7-8 o’clock

Modeled after college level creative writing classes, we will explore multiple elements of short story and novel writing techniques. Among them will be The Nine Basic Plot Structures, Character Creation, Development of “Voice”, Editing, Publishing, and many more. As a class we will read and discuss contemporary and classical literature that pertains to the day’s topic, complete tailored writing prompts, and work through exercises designed to demonstrate these specific techniques. This class is designed for anyone with an interest in developing a strong foundation for their fiction writing or for experienced writers who are  looking for a refresher course on the basics. Ages thirteen and up.  Registration is required.

11/14 Developing a Unique Voice

In this class we will discuss the idea of a distinct voice in fiction, whether it belongs to a character or a narrator, and how this can be cultivated. We will discuss writers who have been noted as having distinct voices in their fiction. Through exercises we will attempt to develop our own version of a unique voice based on applicable scaffolding.

Reading: The Cheater’s Guide to Love by Junot Diaz

http://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2012/07/23/the-cheaters-guide-to-love?mbid=social_facebook_aud_dev_kwjulsub-the-cheaters-guide-to-love&kwp_0=196492&kwp_4=768792&kwp_1=386162

Register HERE

Join us as we sing songs, recite nursery rhymes, and play with musical instruments every Friday at 10:30! The program is aimed at very young children birth through preschool. No registration is required.

Library Without Walls telephonic presentation

Author Doug Most will talk about his book “The Race Underground: Boston, New York, and the Incredible Rivalry that Built America’s First Subway."

This program is open to anyone who has difficulty reading print due to a vision, mobility, or learning disability. Pre-registration required.

For more information or to register for the program contact Carla Burke at 508-430-7562, extension 5 or cburke@clamsnet.org. 

Middle School students will be part of the Maker Movement by working with technology or making things by hand. Anticipated projects include stop motion movies, brush bots, and cupcake decorating. No registration is required. 

Preschoolers and young children can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) concepts through stories and activities. No registration is required. 

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Every other Wednesday, on the early release days, we will bring out our video game consoles for middle and high school students to compete with one another! 

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Cape Cod Viewfinders.

Homeschool students can enjoy a variety of activities, some educational, some for pure fun at our monthly Activity Club meeting, which is held every third Thursday of the month from September through June. 

“The Greatest Generation Meets” is a monthly book group that meets on the third Friday of the month from 1:00-2:00 in the Thornton Room at the Brooks Free Library. “The Greatest Generation” is a term coined by Tom Brokaw that pays tribute to the men and women who served our country, both overseas and at home, during World War II. If you are a member of this generation, or are interested in this period of history, join our discussion and share your ideas and experiences.

This month's selection is Farthest Field: an Indian Story of the Second World War by Raghu Karnad. Pick up a copy of the book at the circulation desk. Harwich residents needing transportation should call the Council On Aging van at (508) 241-1566 by 11am the day before each Friday to make a reservation.

Join us for reading and discussion of current topics. Readers and topics vary each week. Co-sponsored by the COA.

If you already know the basics of your iOS device, join us for our iPhone/iPad users group. Share your knowledge, and find out new tips and tricks from other users in an informal setting. Our library staff will be happy to answer questions to help you get the most out of your device. You can register for this group by filling out this form. Please bring your device.

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Lisa Canto will lead toddlers and preschoolers in rhythm games, learning some simple sign language, and acting out familiar fairy tales through improv. No registration is required, all ages are welcome. 

Experienced and aspiring writers meet to share with each other.  

Children of all ages are invited to join us for free play with our zillions of Lego blocks and kits! No registration is required. Children in Grade 4 and below must have an adult present in the library building as per our library policy.

Fiction 101: Writers Workshop

Instructors: Gabrielle Griffis and Corey Farrenkopf

Where: Monday Nights in the Thornton Room at Brooks Free Library (in the basement)

Time: 7-8 o’clock

Modeled after college level creative writing classes, we will explore multiple elements of short story and novel writing techniques. Among them will be The Nine Basic Plot Structures, Character Creation, Development of “Voice”, Editing, Publishing, and many more. As a class we will read and discuss contemporary and classical literature that pertains to the day’s topic, complete tailored writing prompts, and work through exercises designed to demonstrate these specific techniques. This class is designed for anyone with an interest in developing a strong foundation for their fiction writing or for experienced writers who are  looking for a refresher course on the basics. Ages thirteen and up.  Registration is required.

11/21 World Building as Demonstrated through the Lens of Science Fiction:

In this class we will discuss the importance of creating flawless worlds in your fiction, both Sci-fi/Fantasy and mainstream genres. Through guided exercises, we will explore what works well and what does not in the scheme of short and longer fiction. This class will also instruct on the pacing of world building and knowing when and where it is needed to make a work of fiction “natural” and/or “believable.”

Reading: “Sandkings” by George R.R. Martin

https://forwearemany.files.wordpress.com/2009/04/sandkings.pdf

To register, click the link below:

Register HERE

Join us as we sing songs, recite nursery rhymes, and play with musical instruments every Friday at 10:30! The program is aimed at very young children birth through preschool. No registration is required.

Middle School students will be part of the Maker Movement by working with technology or making things by hand. Anticipated projects include stop motion movies, brush bots, and cupcake decorating. No registration is required. 

This group is a venue for local writers to meet other local writers, to discuss their work, to read from their work, to provide and receive healthy feedback, and to learn and benefit from the experience. Group led by Brooks Free Library Senior Library Technician and author/freelance writer Jack Sheedy.

Preschoolers and young children can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) concepts through stories and activities. No registration is required. 

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

The Friends of the Brooks Free Library "Books on Wheels” service provides free delivery of library materials to Harwich residents who are permanently or temporarily unable to visit the library due to illness, physical disability, lack of transportation, a caregiver of a homebound person, or any reason you're physically unable to get to the library. Delivery is on the second and fourth week of each month. Please phone the library at 508-430-7562 to learn more about this service.

Our homeschooling group is participating in the Odyssey of the Mind competition and will be rehearsing and building for months in preparation.

Ms. Walter, Monomoy Middle's Spnaish teacher, will present on her reent trip to Peru which was funded by a Westgate grant for teachers.

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Lisa Canto will lead toddlers and preschoolers in rhythm games, learning some simple sign language, and acting out familiar fairy tales through improv. No registration is required, all ages are welcome. 

Experienced and aspiring writers meet to share with each other.  

Children of all ages are invited to join us for free play with our zillions of Lego blocks and kits! No registration is required. Children in Grade 4 and below must have an adult present in the library building as per our library policy.

Fiction 101: Writers Workshop

Instructors: Gabrielle Griffis and Corey Farrenkopf

Where: Monday Nights in the Thornton Room at Brooks Free Library (in the basement)

Time: 7-8 o’clock

Modeled after college level creative writing classes, we will explore multiple elements of short story and novel writing techniques. Among them will be The Nine Basic Plot Structures, Character Creation, Development of “Voice”, Editing, Publishing, and many more. As a class we will read and discuss contemporary and classical literature that pertains to the day’s topic, complete tailored writing prompts, and work through exercises designed to demonstrate these specific techniques. This class is designed for anyone with an interest in developing a strong foundation for their fiction writing or for experienced writers who are  looking for a refresher course on the basics. Ages thirteen and up.  Registration is required.

11/28 Publishing: Self Vs. Traditional

In this class we will examine the pros and cons of both traditional and self publishing. We will look into Literary magazines and the role a literary agent plays in the progression of one’s publications. Many resources and tools will be discussed to help every writer progress towards their own unique goals.

Reading: A little Flash Fiction. How Do you Do, Boise? By Casey Quinn

http://www.smokelong.com/how-do-you-do-boise/

Sometime My Father Comes Back from the Dead by Steve Edwards

http://www.smokelong.com/sometimes-my-father-comes-back-from-the-dead/

The Gril with the Egg by Tim Raymond

http://www.smokelong.com/the-girl-with-the-egg/

On Exactitude in Science by Jorge Luis Borges

https://binarysimulacra.wordpress.com/2009/10/22/borges-inverts-the-ludic-fallacy/

A list of recommendations will be given at the beginning of class for more resources and enjoyable reads.

To register, click the link below:

Register HERE

Join us as we sing songs, recite nursery rhymes, and play with musical instruments every Friday at 10:30! The program is aimed at very young children birth through preschool. No registration is required.

Middle School students will be part of the Maker Movement by working with technology or making things by hand. Anticipated projects include stop motion movies, brush bots, and cupcake decorating. No registration is required. 

Preschoolers and young children can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) concepts through stories and activities. No registration is required. 

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Every other Wednesday, on the early release days, we will bring out our video game consoles for middle and high school students to compete with one another! 

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Cape Cod Viewfinders.

Wish you had more time to scrapbook or make cards? Join a group of people who are interested in completing scrapbook pages/albums while getting together to share experiences. We will meet monthly to provide an opportunity to learn from each other, get advice on and share tools, techniques, and supplies, and to enjoy sociability while filling your albums with memories. Bring your own materials and photos and join us on the first Thursday of every month at 6PM. If you never scrapped before, bring your photos and scissors and a runner adhesive and we’ll help you get started. Card makers welcome to join us. Open to individuals 16 years of age and older. 
 

Join us for reading and discussion of current topics. Readers and topics vary each week. Co-sponsored by the COA.

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Local photographer, John Tunney, will be presenting "4 Seasons of Cape Cod". For more informaiton on his work please visit his website. 

This program is hosted by the Friends of the Brooks Free Library. Light refreshments will be served. 

Lisa Canto will lead toddlers and preschoolers in rhythm games, learning some simple sign language, and acting out familiar fairy tales through improv. No registration is required, all ages are welcome. 

Experienced and aspiring writers meet to share with each other.  

Children of all ages are invited to join us for free play with our zillions of Lego blocks and kits! No registration is required. Children in Grade 4 and below must have an adult present in the library building as per our library policy.

Join us as we sing songs, recite nursery rhymes, and play with musical instruments every Friday at 10:30! The program is aimed at very young children birth through preschool. No registration is required.

Middle School students will be part of the Maker Movement by working with technology or making things by hand. Anticipated projects include stop motion movies, brush bots, and cupcake decorating. No registration is required. 

The Evening Book Group regularly meets on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm.  New members are always welcome. Pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk and join us for a lively discussion. Tonight we will be reading "Spring Chicken:  Stay Young Forever (or Die Trying)" by Bill Gifford (non-fiction).  Discussion with Jen.

Preschoolers and young children can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) concepts through stories and activities. No registration is required. 

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Middle school students are invited to come learn the basics of coding on non-early-release Wednesdays. We will have some “unplugged” coding concept games to play, as well as using our Chromebooks to learn Scratch, a basic coding language. No registration is required, but the learning builds on itself, so frequent attendance is encouraged.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Cape Cod Viewfinders.

The Friends of the Brooks Free Library "Books on Wheels” service provides free delivery of library materials to Harwich residents who are permanently or temporarily unable to visit the library due to illness, physical disability, lack of transportation, a caregiver of a homebound person, or any reason you're physically unable to get to the library. Delivery is on the second and fourth week of each month. Please phone the library at 508-430-7562 to learn more about this service.

Our homeschooling group is participating in the Odyssey of the Mind competition and will be rehearsing and building for months in preparation.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Harwich Cultural Council.

Join Dr. Jay Anderson to learn about writing down your memories. 2nd and 4th Fridays.

Join us for reading and discussion of current topics. Readers and topics vary each week. Co-sponsored by the COA.

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Lisa Canto will lead toddlers and preschoolers in rhythm games, learning some simple sign language, and acting out familiar fairy tales through improv. No registration is required, all ages are welcome. 

Experienced and aspiring writers meet to share with each other.  

Children of all ages are invited to join us for free play with our zillions of Lego blocks and kits! No registration is required. Children in Grade 4 and below must have an adult present in the library building as per our library policy.

Join us as we sing songs, recite nursery rhymes, and play with musical instruments every Friday at 10:30! The program is aimed at very young children birth through preschool. No registration is required.

Pick up a copy of the book at the Circulation Desk. This month's selection:  . New members are always welcome.
 
    

Middle School students will be part of the Maker Movement by working with technology or making things by hand. Anticipated projects include stop motion movies, brush bots, and cupcake decorating. No registration is required. 

This group is a venue for local writers to meet other local writers, to discuss their work, to read from their work, to provide and receive healthy feedback, and to learn and benefit from the experience. Group led by Brooks Free Library Senior Library Technician and author/freelance writer Jack Sheedy.

Preschoolers and young children can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) concepts through stories and activities. No registration is required. 

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Every other Wednesday, on the early release days, we will bring out our video game consoles for middle and high school students to compete with one another! 

Homeschool students can enjoy a variety of activities, some educational, some for pure fun at our monthly Activity Club meeting, which is held every third Thursday of the month from September through June. 

“The Greatest Generation Meets” is a monthly book group that meets on the third Friday of the month from 1:00-2:00 in the Thornton Room at the Brooks Free Library. “The Greatest Generation” is a term coined by Tom Brokaw that pays tribute to the men and women who served our country, both overseas and at home, during World War II. If you are a member of this generation, or are interested in this period of history, join our discussion and share your ideas and experiences.

This month's selection is   . Pick up a copy of the book at the circulation desk. Harwich residents needing transportation should call the Council On Aging van at (508) 241-1566 by 11am the day before each Friday to make a reservation.

Join us for reading and discussion of current topics. Readers and topics vary each week. Co-sponsored by the COA.

If you already know the basics of your iOS device, join us for our iPhone/iPad users group. Share your knowledge, and find out new tips and tricks from other users in an informal setting. Our library staff will be happy to answer questions to help you get the most out of your device. You can register for this group by filling out this form. Please bring your device.

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Lisa Canto will lead toddlers and preschoolers in rhythm games, learning some simple sign language, and acting out familiar fairy tales through improv. No registration is required, all ages are welcome. 

Experienced and aspiring writers meet to share with each other.  

Children of all ages are invited to join us for free play with our zillions of Lego blocks and kits! No registration is required. Children in Grade 4 and below must have an adult present in the library building as per our library policy.

Join us as we sing songs, recite nursery rhymes, and play with musical instruments every Friday at 10:30! The program is aimed at very young children birth through preschool. No registration is required.

Middle School students will be part of the Maker Movement by working with technology or making things by hand. Anticipated projects include stop motion movies, brush bots, and cupcake decorating. No registration is required. 

Preschoolers and young children can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) concepts through stories and activities. No registration is required. 

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Middle school students are invited to come learn the basics of coding on non-early-release Wednesdays. We will have some “unplugged” coding concept games to play, as well as using our Chromebooks to learn Scratch, a basic coding language. No registration is required, but the learning builds on itself, so frequent attendance is encouraged.

The Friends of the Brooks Free Library "Books on Wheels” service provides free delivery of library materials to Harwich residents who are permanently or temporarily unable to visit the library due to illness, physical disability, lack of transportation, a caregiver of a homebound person, or any reason you're physically unable to get to the library. Delivery is on the second and fourth week of each month. Please phone the library at 508-430-7562 to learn more about this service.

Our homeschooling group is participating in the Odyssey of the Mind competition and will be rehearsing and building for months in preparation.

Join Dr. Jay Anderson to learn about writing down your memories. 2nd and 4th Fridays.

Join us for reading and discussion of current topics. Readers and topics vary each week. Co-sponsored by the COA.

Join us as we sing songs, recite nursery rhymes, and play with musical instruments every Friday at 10:30! The program is aimed at very young children birth through preschool. No registration is required.

This group is a venue for local writers to meet other local writers, to discuss their work, to read from their work, to provide and receive healthy feedback, and to learn and benefit from the experience. Group led by Brooks Free Library Senior Library Technician and author/freelance writer Jack Sheedy.

Preschoolers and young children can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) concepts through stories and activities. No registration is required. 

Join Assistant Director Emily Milan and Staff Librarian Emily Carta for one-on-one tutorials on how to use your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or other mobile device. Topics covered in sessions include device settings, using apps and other native software, email and internet browsers as well as the basics of navigating your device and using the library’s electronic and digital resources which include the catalog,  ebooks, digital magazines, downloadable music and databases.   Device Advice drop in hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2-3PM. No registration is required, simply stop by the Reference desk and ask for Emily (either one will do)!

Our homeschooling group is participating in the Odyssey of the Mind competition and will be rehearsing and building for months in preparation.

Join us for reading and discussion of current topics. Readers and topics vary each week. Co-sponsored by the COA.

The Evening Book Group regularly meets on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm.  New members are always welcome. Pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk and join us for a lively discussion. Tonight we will be reading " (TITLE)" by (AUTHOR) (fiction/non-fiction).  Discussion with (STAFF MEMEBR).

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Cape Cod Viewfinders.

Local herbalist, Donna Eaton, will be presentign a lecture on the healing property of herbs. For more information, on Donna's background and practice please visit her website.

This program is hosted by the Friends of the Brooks Free Library. Light refreshments will be served. 

This group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 11 a.m. This month's selection is "(TITLE)" by (AUTHOR). Discussion with (STAFF). New members are always welcome and copies of this month's selection are available for check-out at the Circulation Desk. 
 
    

This group is a venue for local writers to meet other local writers, to discuss their work, to read from their work, to provide and receive healthy feedback, and to learn and benefit from the experience. Group led by Brooks Free Library Senior Library Technician and author/freelance writer Jack Sheedy.

The Friends of the Brooks Free Library "Books on Wheels” service provides free delivery of library materials to Harwich residents who are permanently or temporarily unable to visit the library due to illness, physical disability, lack of transportation, a caregiver of a homebound person, or any reason you're physically unable to get to the library. Delivery is on the second and fourth week of each month. Please phone the library at 508-430-7562 to learn more about this service.

Our homeschooling group is participating in the Odyssey of the Mind competition and will be rehearsing and building for months in preparation.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Harwich Cultural Council.

Join Dr. Jay Anderson to learn about writing down your memories. 2nd and 4th Fridays.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Cape Cod Viewfinders.

Homeschool students can enjoy a variety of activities, some educational, some for pure fun at our monthly Activity Club meeting, which is held every third Thursday of the month from September through June. 

“The Greatest Generation Meets” is a monthly book group that meets on the third Friday of the month from 1:00-2:00 in the Thornton Room at the Brooks Free Library. “The Greatest Generation” is a term coined by Tom Brokaw that pays tribute to the men and women who served our country, both overseas and at home, during World War II. If you are a member of this generation, or are interested in this period of history, join our discussion and share your ideas and experiences.

This month's selection is "(TITLE)" by (AUTHOR). Pick up a copy of the book at the Circulation Desk. Harwich residents needing transportation should call the Council on Aging van at (508) 241-1566 by 11am the day before each Friday to make a reservation.

If you already know the basics of your iOS device, join us for our iPhone/iPad users group. Share your knowledge, and find out new tips and tricks from other users in an informal setting. Our library staff will be happy to answer questions to help you get the most out of your device. You can register for this group by filling out this form. Please bring your device.

This group is a venue for local writers to meet other local writers, to discuss their work, to read from their work, to provide and receive healthy feedback, and to learn and benefit from the experience. Group led by Brooks Free Library Senior Library Technician and author/freelance writer Jack Sheedy.

Pick up a copy of the book at the Circulation Desk. This month's book selection is .  Bring a personal place setting and a pot luck dish to share with the group. New members are always welcome.

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The Friends of the Brooks Free Library "Books on Wheels” service provides free delivery of library materials to Harwich residents who are permanently or temporarily unable to visit the library due to illness, physical disability, lack of transportation, a caregiver of a homebound person, or any reason you're physically unable to get to the library. Delivery is on the second and fourth week of each month. Please phone the library at 508-430-7562 to learn more about this service.

Our homeschooling group is participating in the Odyssey of the Mind competition and will be rehearsing and building for months in preparation.

Join Dr. Jay Anderson to learn about writing down your memories. 2nd and 4th Fridays.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Cape Cod Viewfinders.

Join local park histroian, Bill Burke, for a look at "100 Years of the National Seasore".

This program is hosted by the Friends of the Brooks Free Library. Light refreshments will be served. 

The Friends of the Brooks Free Library "Books on Wheels” service provides free delivery of library materials to Harwich residents who are permanently or temporarily unable to visit the library due to illness, physical disability, lack of transportation, a caregiver of a homebound person, or any reason you're physically unable to get to the library. Delivery is on the second and fourth week of each month. Please phone the library at 508-430-7562 to learn more about this service.

Our homeschooling group is participating in the Odyssey of the Mind competition and will be rehearsing and building for months in preparation.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Harwich Cultural Council.

Join Dr. Jay Anderson to learn about writing down your memories. 2nd and 4th Fridays.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Cape Cod Viewfinders.

Homeschool students can enjoy a variety of activities, some educational, some for pure fun at our monthly Activity Club meeting, which is held every third Thursday of the month from September through June. 

If you already know the basics of your iOS device, join us for our iPhone/iPad users group. Share your knowledge, and find out new tips and tricks from other users in an informal setting. Our library staff will be happy to answer questions to help you get the most out of your device. You can register for this group by filling out this form. Please bring your device.

The Friends of the Brooks Free Library "Books on Wheels” service provides free delivery of library materials to Harwich residents who are permanently or temporarily unable to visit the library due to illness, physical disability, lack of transportation, a caregiver of a homebound person, or any reason you're physically unable to get to the library. Delivery is on the second and fourth week of each month. Please phone the library at 508-430-7562 to learn more about this service.

Our homeschooling group is participating in the Odyssey of the Mind competition and will be rehearsing and building for months in preparation.

Join Dr. Jay Anderson to learn about writing down your memories. 2nd and 4th Fridays.

Pick up a copy of the book at the Circulation Desk. This month's book selection is .  Bring a personal place setting and a pot luck dish to share with the group. New members are always welcome.

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This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Cape Cod Viewfinders.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Friends and Gardeners.

Black Whydah is a unique, multi-instrumental and vocal group whose range of instruments includes numerous things with strings. 

This program is hosted by the Friends of the Brooks Free Library. Light refreshments will be served. 

The Friends of the Brooks Free Library "Books on Wheels” service provides free delivery of library materials to Harwich residents who are permanently or temporarily unable to visit the library due to illness, physical disability, lack of transportation, a caregiver of a homebound person, or any reason you're physically unable to get to the library. Delivery is on the second and fourth week of each month. Please phone the library at 508-430-7562 to learn more about this service.

Our homeschooling group is participating in the Odyssey of the Mind competition and will be rehearsing and building for months in preparation.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Harwich Cultural Council.

Join Dr. Jay Anderson to learn about writing down your memories. 2nd and 4th Fridays.

This meeting is not a library sponsored event but booked by the Cape Cod Viewfinders.

Homeschool students can enjoy a variety of activities, some educational, some for pure fun at our monthly Activity Club meeting, which is held every third Thursday of the month from September through June. 

If you already know the basics of your iOS device, join us for our iPhone/iPad users group. Share your knowledge, and find out new tips and tricks from other users in an informal setting. Our library staff will be happy to answer questions to help you get the most out of your device. You can register for this group by filling out this form. Please bring your device.

The Friends of the Brooks Free Library "Books on Wheels” service provides free delivery of library materials to Harwich residents who are permanently or temporarily unable to visit the library due to illness, physical disability, lack of transportation, a caregiver of a homebound person, or any reason you're physically unable to get to the library. Delivery is on the second and fourth week of each month. Please phone the library at 508-430-7562 to learn more about this service.