This is a one-hour slide presentation that also incorporates video footage. The presentation melds historical fact together with legend and myth to produce an interesting and fascinating new look at events that really happened and the stories of haunting that followed them.
The topics addressed in the lecture will be
Mercy Brown "The Vampire" of Exeter, RI
The cursed Freetown State Forest in Massachusetts
The horrors of the Lizzie Borden House in Fall River, MA
Nine Men's Misery in Cumberland, RI
A haunted forest in the wilds of Connecticut
The ghostly happenings at Mount Washington Hotel in New Hampshire
And evidence of ghosts at the John Alden House in Duxbury, MA
?The Lecturer: Christopher Daley has been lecturing on topics of historical interest for over 25 years. He has lectured all over New England at libraries, schools, historical societies and all sorts of clubs and organizations.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Blackstone Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
CONTACT: Lisa Cheever 508-883-1931 lcheever@cwmars.org
This is a one-hour slide presentation that also incorporates video footage. The presentation melds historical fact together with legend and myth to produce an interesting and fascinating new look at events that really happened and the stories of haunting that followed them.
The topics addressed in the lecture will be
Mercy Brown "The Vampire" of Exeter, RI
The cursed Freetown State Forest in Massachusetts
The horrors of the Lizzie Borden House in Fall River, MA
Nine Men's Misery in Cumberland, RI
A haunted forest in the wilds of Connecticut
The ghostly happenings at Mount Washington Hotel in New Hampshire
And evidence of ghosts at the John Alden House in Duxbury, MA
?The Lecturer: Christopher Daley has been lecturing on topics of historical interest for over 25 years. He has lectured all over New England at libraries, schools, historical societies and all sorts of clubs and organizations.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Blackstone Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
CONTACT:
Lisa Cheever
508.883.1931
lcheever@cwmars.org
Get into the spirit by using simple supplies to create a spooky vintage inspired Halloween magnet. This program is for young adult patrons in grades 5th through 12th grade. Registration is required and space is limited. Please call Karen at 508-883-1931 ext. 104 to register.
Get into the spirit by using simple supplies to create a spooky vintage inspired Halloween magnet. This program is for young adult patrons in grades 5th through 12th grade. Registration is required and space is limited. Please call Karen at 508-883-1931 ext. 104 to register.
All ages (children through adults) are welcome to learn to knit. It is open to all levels of experience. The Knitting Group meets every Monday (except for library holiday closings) from 6-730 PM. Supplies are limited so please bring your own supplies with you.
CONTACT: Donna Ansell 508-883-1931 dansell@cwmars.org
All ages (children through adults) are welcome to learn to knit. It is open to all levels of experience. The Knitting Group meets every Monday (except for library holiday closings) from 6-730 PM. Supplies are limited so please bring your own supplies with you.
CONTACT:
Donna Ansell
508.883.1931
dansell@cwmars.org
Dr. Junglestein’s Halloween Spooktacular Madness Show!
Tuesday, October 22
6:30 p.m.
Are you ready some ghoul times? Do you want to be spookily delighted? This 45-minute program combines Halloween fun with Jungle Jim’s special brand of balloon magic. Performance includes the Thriller Dance Challenge, Mummy Balloon Wrap Extravaganza, Ghostbusters Training and the giant 6-foot balloon! Please be advised that latex balloons will be used during the show.
For ages four and up. Registration is required and may be done in person or by calling 508-883-1931.
Registration for Blackstone residents begins: Monday, October 7
Registration for all library patrons begins: Tuesday, October 15
Dr. Junglestein’s Halloween Spooktacular Madness Show!
Tuesday, October 22
6:30 p.m.
Are you ready some ghoul times? Do you want to be spookily delighted? This 45-minute program combines Halloween fun with Jungle Jim’s special brand of balloon magic. Performance includes the Thriller Dance Challenge, Mummy Balloon Wrap Extravaganza, Ghostbusters Training and the giant 6-foot balloon! Please be advised that latex balloons will be used during the show.
For ages four and up. Registration is required and may be done in person or by calling 508-883-1931.
Registration for Blackstone residents begins: Monday, October 7
Registration for all library patrons begins: Tuesday, October 15
New England is full of spooky stories! In this presentation we will look at some of the famous cases from each state, and tell the tales that have entertained generations of New Englanders. Decide for yourself if you ought to sleep with the lights on! Registration is required and space is limited. Please call Karen at 508-883-1931 ext. 104 to register.
New England is full of spooky stories! In this presentation we will look at some of the famous cases from each state, and tell the tales that have entertained generations of New Englanders. Decide for yourself if you ought to sleep with the lights on! Registration is required and space is limited. Please call Karen at 508-883-1931 ext. 104 to register.
20th Annual "Nightmares in the Library" Halloween Party
Saturday, October 26
4 - 6 p.m.
All ghouls and witches are invited! Our famous Halloween party, which is strictly for ages 3 - 10, will include making some frightfully fun crafts, snacking on some creepy-crawly treats and, of course, listening to some scary (and not so scary) stories! “Bone-chilling” cheese pizza and dreadfully dreary desserts will also be served (sorry, we cannot accommodate dietary restrictions). We’ll have a costume parade and give away some bewitching prizes, too! At the end of the night, everyone will receive special Halloween treat bags. Don’t forget to come in costume!
Sign-ups for Blackstone residents begin on Monday, October 7. Sign-ups for all library patrons begin on Tuesday, October 15.
Because this is a ticketed event, registration is accepted in person only. In addition, the child’s parent or guardian must have a valid Massachusetts library card in good standing.
20th Annual "Nightmares in the Library" Halloween Party
Saturday, October 26
4 - 6 p.m.
All ghouls and witches are invited! Our famous Halloween party, which is strictly for ages 3 - 10, will include making some frightfully fun crafts, snacking on some creepy-crawly treats and, of course, listening to some scary (and not so scary) stories! “Bone-chilling” cheese pizza and dreadfully dreary desserts will also be served (sorry, we cannot accommodate dietary restrictions). We’ll have a costume parade and give away some bewitching prizes, too! At the end of the night, everyone will receive special Halloween treat bags. Don’t forget to come in costume!
Sign-ups for Blackstone residents begin on Monday, October 7. Sign-ups for all library patrons begin on Tuesday, October 15.
Because this is a ticketed event, registration is accepted in person only. In addition, the child’s parent or guardian must have a valid Massachusetts library card in good standing.
All ages (children through adults) are welcome to learn to knit. It is open to all levels of experience. The Knitting Group meets every Monday (except for library holiday closings) from 6-730 PM. Supplies are limited so please bring your own supplies with you.
CONTACT: Donna Ansell 508-883-1931 dansell@cwmars.org
All ages (children through adults) are welcome to learn to knit. It is open to all levels of experience. The Knitting Group meets every Monday (except for library holiday closings) from 6-730 PM. Supplies are limited so please bring your own supplies with you.
CONTACT:
Donna Ansell
508.883.1931
dansell@cwmars.org
Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at 2:00 P.M. The selection for October is The Ensemble by Aja Gabel. Books are available at the circulation desk. New members are welcome.
CONTACT: Donna Foster 508-883-1931 dfoster@cwmars.org
Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at 2:00 P.M. The selection for October is The Ensemble by Aja Gabel. Books are available at the circulation desk. New members are welcome.
CONTACT:
Donna Foster
508.883.1931
dfoster@cwmars.org
Whether you're a horror fan extraordinaire or just looking to read something new, you're invited to join the Grim Reader's Society! Thursday, November 7 at 6:30 p.m. November selection: The Stepford Wives by Ira Levin Books are available at the circulation desk
Whether you're a horror fan extraordinaire or just looking to read something new, you're invited to join the Grim Reader's Society! Thursday, November 7 at 6:30 p.m. November selection: The Stepford Wives by Ira Levin Books are available at the circulation desk
Heritage Ballet of Lincoln, RI presents a Nutcracker Story Time for children of all ages and their families. The audience will listen to the story of The Nutcracker, then dancers from Heritage Ballet will bring the characters to life by performing an excerpt from the ballet. Children will be given the opportunity to see and learn about the exercises the dancers do to warm up. They will also see the costumes and pointe shoes used in performances and accompany the dancers in some simple dance steps.
Registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 508-883-1931.
Heritage Ballet of Lincoln, RI presents a Nutcracker Story Time for children of all ages and their families. The audience will listen to the story of The Nutcracker, then dancers from Heritage Ballet will bring the characters to life by performing an excerpt from the ballet. Children will be given the opportunity to see and learn about the exercises the dancers do to warm up. They will also see the costumes and pointe shoes used in performances and accompany the dancers in some simple dance steps.
Registration is required. To register, please visit the library or call 508-883-1931.
Approximately 70% of poisonings occur in the home. Of these, more than half involve children under 5 years of age!
Alexandria Papadimoulis, an Education Coordinator from the Regional Center for Poison Control & Prevention for MA & RI, will present a talk on the dangers of poisoning in the home. The presentation will cover top exposures for children and precautions individuals can take to reduce a poisoning from occurring.
The program will include a Jeopardy/Family Feud-style game with audience participation. The hour-long presentation is geared for adults but older children are welcome to attend if they can sit through the lecture.
Approximately 70% of poisonings occur in the home. Of these, more than half involve children under 5 years of age!
Alexandria Papadimoulis, an Education Coordinator from the Regional Center for Poison Control & Prevention for MA & RI, will present a talk on the dangers of poisoning in the home. The presentation will cover top exposures for children and precautions individuals can take to reduce a poisoning from occurring.
The program will include a Jeopardy/Family Feud-style game with audience participation. The hour-long presentation is geared for adults but older children are welcome to attend if they can sit through the lecture.
Join artist Shauna Leva to learn how to draw MANGA! In this workshop young adults in grades 5th-12th will be provided instruction using professional cartooning techniques to create an anime style figure. Each participant will go home with a valuable drawing reference and worksheets to help them further their skills at home.
Shauna Leva is a graduate of Hartford Art School. In addition to teaching various drawing classes she is a full-time Medical Illustrator and a freelance artist, seamstress and costume designer. She is also the author and illustrator of an original Manga series titles, Celestial Condemnation.
How to Draw MANGA is open to young adults in 5th-12th grade. Registration is required as space is limited.
This program is funded by a generous grant from the office of District Attorney Joseph D. Early, Jr.
Join artist Shauna Leva to learn how to draw MANGA! In this workshop young adults in grades 5th-12th will be provided instruction using professional cartooning techniques to create an anime style figure. Each participant will go home with a valuable drawing reference and worksheets to help them further their skills at home.
Shauna Leva is a graduate of Hartford Art School. In addition to teaching various drawing classes she is a full-time Medical Illustrator and a freelance artist, seamstress and costume designer. She is also the author and illustrator of an original Manga series titles, Celestial Condemnation.
How to Draw MANGA is open to young adults in 5th-12th grade. Registration is required as space is limited.
This program is funded by a generous grant from the office of District Attorney Joseph D. Early, Jr.
