Wednesday Summer Storytimes will be held from July 10 to August 28, at 10:00 am. (Wed August 7 will be held outdoors at Sunset Lake on Franklin Street.) Cathie will present some stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.
Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Wednesday Summer Storytimes will be held from July 10 to August 28, at 10:00 am. (Wed August 7 will be held outdoors at Sunset Lake on Franklin Street.) Cathie will present some stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.
Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
3 Week program, meets Wednesdays:
July 10th, 2018 10:00am-12:00pm
July 17th, 2018 10:00am-12:00pm
July 24th, 2018 10:00am-12:00pm
Teen Advisory Group Summer Service - 3 Week Session
Want to make a difference? Join the library’s Teen Advisory Group to earn volunteer hours and work on fun projects for the library.
And yes, we have snacks at our meetings! Thanks to the Friends of the Library for providing them!
For teens in grades 6-12. Registration Required. We meet in Logan Auditorium
*Please note, this is designed as a 3 week program. However, we do understand that summers mean vacation. If you cannot attend all 3 weeks, please register for the weeks you can attend (see July 17th & 24th events)
3 Week program, meets Wednesdays:
July 10th, 2018 10:00am-12:00pm
July 17th, 2018 10:00am-12:00pm
July 24th, 2018 10:00am-12:00pm
Teen Advisory Group Summer Service - 3 Week Session
Want to make a difference? Join the library’s Teen Advisory Group to earn volunteer hours and work on fun projects for the library.
And yes, we have snacks at our meetings! Thanks to the Friends of the Library for providing them!
For teens in grades 6-12. Registration Required. We meet in Logan Auditorium
*Please note, this is designed as a 3 week program. However, we do understand that summers mean vacation. If you cannot attend all 3 weeks, please register for the weeks you can attend (see July 17th & 24th events)
PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE -- Third Wednesday instead of second Wednesday, for July only!
This month's selection is Summer Hours at the Robbers Library by Sue Halpern.
Feel free to bring your hot or cold bottled or covered beverages (and lunch or a snack, if desired) and join us in the Reading Room on the Main Level to talk about the monthly selection. Hot and cold beverages and vending machine snacks are also available for purchase in the Friends' Cafe. The Brown Bag Book Club meets every month on the second Wednesday at noon.
“Halpern's clever and touching latest (following A Dog Walks into a Nursing Home) unites a disparate cast of characters who have come to the town library for a variety of reasons. ”— Publishers Weekly
Book club books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date and are due back on the day of the discussion. New members are always welcome. Audio and large-print copies of the title are also available.
PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE -- Third Wednesday instead of second Wednesday, for July only!
This month's selection is Summer Hours at the Robbers Library by Sue Halpern.
Feel free to bring your hot or cold bottled or covered beverages (and lunch or a snack, if desired) and join us in the Reading Room on the Main Level to talk about the monthly selection. Hot and cold beverages and vending machine snacks are also available for purchase in the Friends' Cafe. The Brown Bag Book Club meets every month on the second Wednesday at noon.
“Halpern's clever and touching latest (following A Dog Walks into a Nursing Home) unites a disparate cast of characters who have come to the town library for a variety of reasons. ”— Publishers Weekly
Book club books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date and are due back on the day of the discussion. New members are always welcome. Audio and large-print copies of the title are also available.
Kids Build Stories - workshop with Ryan Racette of Big Ryan's Tall Tales. For ages 4 - 7. Session 3 is Wed. July 24 , 1:00 - 2:00. This interactive parent/child 3 week series delves into fun and exciting ways to tackle story reading and writing. Ryan will share his secrets on how to use voices, and create puppets to make stories come alive. Kids will have an opportunity to write their own stories and design their own puppets.
Appropriate for children 4-7 years old accompanied by an adult.
Held at the Stained Glass Tower's tables in the Children's Room. Register with Joan Rodeck at jrodeck@qcap.org
Kid’s Build Stories is sponsored by the Quincy Braintree Family Network-CFCE (Children Families and Community Engagement) program of QCAP (Quincy Community Action Programs) and Thayer Public Library
Kids Build Stories - workshop with Ryan Racette of Big Ryan's Tall Tales. For ages 4 - 7. Session 3 is Wed. July 24 , 1:00 - 2:00. This interactive parent/child 3 week series delves into fun and exciting ways to tackle story reading and writing. Ryan will share his secrets on how to use voices, and create puppets to make stories come alive. Kids will have an opportunity to write their own stories and design their own puppets.
Appropriate for children 4-7 years old accompanied by an adult.
Held at the Stained Glass Tower's tables in the Children's Room. Register with Joan Rodeck at jrodeck@qcap.org
Kid’s Build Stories is sponsored by the Quincy Braintree Family Network-CFCE (Children Families and Community Engagement) program of QCAP (Quincy Community Action Programs) and Thayer Public Library
Come have fun at Reader's Theater, for ages 8 - 11. Each week, we'll read a different short & funny play. After a few weeks, the kids will vote for the one they like best. Then we'll focus on the chosen script to practice, make quick costumes for and the kids that are available will present it at an August storytime. All children ages 8 - 11 are welcome, even if they can't attend every week. Come to one session, or come to all! Library staff Elisabeth and Cathie create a friendly, welcoming environment, for kids to have creative fun.The Reader's Theater series will be held each Wednesday from July 17 to August 21, 2:00 - 3:30.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Come have fun at Reader's Theater, for ages 8 - 11. Each week, we'll read a different short & funny play. After a few weeks, the kids will vote for the one they like best. Then we'll focus on the chosen script to practice, make quick costumes for and the kids that are available will present it at an August storytime. All children ages 8 - 11 are welcome, even if they can't attend every week. Come to one session, or come to all! Library staff Elisabeth and Cathie create a friendly, welcoming environment, for kids to have creative fun.The Reader's Theater series will be held each Wednesday from July 17 to August 21, 2:00 - 3:30.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Staff setting up for tomorrow's Space Science Event. It will open tomorrow, Thursday July 18, from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm, with hands-on Space Science activities for ages 5 - 11.
Staff setting up for tomorrow's Space Science Event. It will open tomorrow, Thursday July 18, from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm, with hands-on Space Science activities for ages 5 - 11.
Space Science Event for the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing. Hands-on Space Science activities will be available for ages 5 - 11.
Come by anytime between 2:00 and 7:00! Teen volunteers will be manning the Space Science Stations.
Activities include:
The replay of the historic Apollo 11 Landing and Moonwalk will be running on our big screen, during the event.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Space Science Event for the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing. Hands-on Space Science activities will be available for ages 5 - 11.
Come by anytime between 2:00 and 7:00! Teen volunteers will be manning the Space Science Stations.
Activities include:
The replay of the historic Apollo 11 Landing and Moonwalk will be running on our big screen, during the event.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Join us in the Teen Room for Moon Phase Flipbook making, a volunteer led passive program.
Join us in the Teen Room for Moon Phase Flipbook making, a volunteer led passive program.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
Ukulele Duo Serves Up Choice Tunes Freshly Scrambled
-- DON'T MISS THE FUN !!
The duo of Robin Hoffman and Richard Perlmutter, based in Western MA, sing and play ukuleles. Their act, called The Ukulele Scramble is funny, entertaining, and masterful. It also starts with a repertoire that's unusual for ukulele players - classical music.
Robin and Richard love Beethoven, Bach and Brahms, as well as Renaissance music, and art and parlor songs. But as the name of their group implies, they don't exactly play it straight. The music they play is "scrambled." They pluck a piece by Beethoven like it's bluegrass, fingerpick a work by Mendelssohn like a folk song, and play an art song by composer Amy Beach like 50's pop. Many of their songs have new or updated lyrics by Richard, who is a 4x GRAMMY Nominee - earned for his witty lyrics set to classical music in his series of Beethoven's Wig albums. Ukulele Scramble songs are served up in a harmonious, humorous, and happy-go-lucky style that these two veterans bring to the stage.
Both Robin and Richard have had long careers in the performing arts. Individually they have performed at the Hollywood Bowl, Metropolitan Opera, Kennedy Center, Grammy Museum and Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. Before her current career as a ukulele player and instructor at Greenfield Community College, Robin was a professional ballet dancer with The Joffrey Ballet, and Metropolitan Opera. Richard has toured throughout North America with Beethoven's Wig, and plays classical piano, guitar, and mandolin. He has also produced music for GRAMMY AWARD winner Nickel Creek, and GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Winners Tom Paxton and Ella Jenkins.
Ukulele Duo Serves Up Choice Tunes Freshly Scrambled-- DON'T MISS THE FUN !!
The duo of Robin Hoffman and Richard Perlmutter, based in Western MA, sing and play ukuleles. Their act, called The Ukulele Scramble is funny, entertaining, and masterful. It also starts with a repertoire that's unusual for ukulele players - classical music.
Robin and Richard love Beethoven, Bach and Brahms, as well as Renaissance music, and art and parlor songs. But as the name of their group implies, they don't exactly play it straight. The music they play is "scrambled." They pluck a piece by Beethoven like it's bluegrass, fingerpick a work by Mendelssohn like a folk song, and play an art song by composer Amy Beach like 50's pop. Many of their songs have new or updated lyrics by Richard, who is a 4x GRAMMY Nominee - earned for his witty lyrics set to classical music in his series of Beethoven's Wig albums. Ukulele Scramble songs are served up in a harmonious, humorous, and happy-go-lucky style that these two veterans bring to the stage.
Both Robin and Richard have had long careers in the performing arts. Individually they have performed at the Hollywood Bowl, Metropolitan Opera, Kennedy Center, Grammy Museum and Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. Before her current career as a ukulele player and instructor at Greenfield Community College, Robin was a professional ballet dancer with The Joffrey Ballet, and Metropolitan Opera. Richard has toured throughout North America with Beethoven's Wig, and plays classical piano, guitar, and mandolin. He has also produced music for GRAMMY AWARD winner Nickel Creek, and GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Winners Tom Paxton and Ella Jenkins.
"Space Crafts" will feature 2 fun crafts/activities to make or do. They are for age 5 up, and today's will be held in Logan Auditorium.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
"Space Crafts" will feature 2 fun crafts/activities to make or do. They are for age 5 up, and today's will be held in Logan Auditorium.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
Storytime will be held ouside, at Watson Park, today at 9:30. They will hear some stories,sing a song or two, and make a simple craft based on our Summer space theme: "A Universe of Stories". Best for children, ages 3 - 5, but open to all age children. Watson Park is at end of Gordon Road in East Braintree. Gordon Road joins Quincy Avenue at 85 Quincy Ave. ( Braintree Recreation Dept.) Elisabeth will set up under a shady tree by the Watson Park Playground and Splash Pad. A towel or blanket is suggested for sitting on. If it rains, storytime will be held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Storytime will be held ouside, at Watson Park, today at 9:30. They will hear some stories,sing a song or two, and make a simple craft based on our Summer space theme: "A Universe of Stories". Best for children, ages 3 - 5, but open to all age children. Watson Park is at end of Gordon Road in East Braintree. Gordon Road joins Quincy Avenue at 85 Quincy Ave. ( Braintree Recreation Dept.) Elisabeth will set up under a shady tree by the Watson Park Playground and Splash Pad. A towel or blanket is suggested for sitting on. If it rains, storytime will be held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Come make a space theme faux planet terrarium! Great for decorating your bedroom, gifting, or other places where decorations are neccessary!
Program for teens going into grades 6-12. Registration Required.
Come make a space theme faux planet terrarium! Great for decorating your bedroom, gifting, or other places where decorations are neccessary!
Program for teens going into grades 6-12. Registration Required.
Wednesday Summer Storytimes will be held from July 10 to August 28, at 10:00 am. (Wed August 7 will be held outdoors at Sunset Lake on Franklin Street.) Cathie will present some stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.
Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Wednesday Summer Storytimes will be held from July 10 to August 28, at 10:00 am. (Wed August 7 will be held outdoors at Sunset Lake on Franklin Street.) Cathie will present some stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.
Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
3 Week program, meets Wednesdays:
July 10th, 2018 10:00am-12:00pm
July 17th, 2018 10:00am-12:00pm
July 24th, 2018 10:00am-12:00pm
Teen Advisory Group Summer Service - 3 Week Session
Want to make a difference? Join the library’s Teen Advisory Group to earn volunteer hours and work on fun projects for the library.
And yes, we have snacks at our meetings! Thanks to the Friends of the Library for providing them!
For teens in grades 6-12. Registration Required. We meet in Logan Auditorium
*Please note, this is designed as a 3 week program. However, we do understand that summers mean vacation. If you cannot attend all 3 weeks, please register for the weeks you can attend (see July 17th & 24th events)
3 Week program, meets Wednesdays:
July 10th, 2018 10:00am-12:00pm
July 17th, 2018 10:00am-12:00pm
July 24th, 2018 10:00am-12:00pm
Teen Advisory Group Summer Service - 3 Week Session
Want to make a difference? Join the library’s Teen Advisory Group to earn volunteer hours and work on fun projects for the library.
And yes, we have snacks at our meetings! Thanks to the Friends of the Library for providing them!
For teens in grades 6-12. Registration Required. We meet in Logan Auditorium
*Please note, this is designed as a 3 week program. However, we do understand that summers mean vacation. If you cannot attend all 3 weeks, please register for the weeks you can attend (see July 17th & 24th events)
Kids Build Stories - workshop with Ryan Racette of Big Ryan's Tall Tales. For ages 4 - 7. This interactive parent/child 3 week series delves into fun and exciting ways to tackle story reading and writing. Ryan will share tips on how to use voices, and create puppets to make stories come alive. Kids will have an opportunity to write their own stories and design their own puppets.
Appropriate for children 4-7 years old accompanied by an adult.Today is the last of 3 sessions, Wed. July 24 , 1:00 - 2:00.
Held at the Stained Glass Tower's tables in the Children's Room. Register with Joan Rodeck at jrodeck@qcap.org
Kid’s Build Stories is sponsored by the Quincy Braintree Family Network-CFCE (Children Families and Community Engagement) program of QCAP (Quincy Community Action Programs) and Thayer Public Library
Kids Build Stories - workshop with Ryan Racette of Big Ryan's Tall Tales. For ages 4 - 7. This interactive parent/child 3 week series delves into fun and exciting ways to tackle story reading and writing. Ryan will share tips on how to use voices, and create puppets to make stories come alive. Kids will have an opportunity to write their own stories and design their own puppets.
Appropriate for children 4-7 years old accompanied by an adult.Today is the last of 3 sessions, Wed. July 24 , 1:00 - 2:00.
Held at the Stained Glass Tower's tables in the Children's Room. Register with Joan Rodeck at jrodeck@qcap.org
Kid’s Build Stories is sponsored by the Quincy Braintree Family Network-CFCE (Children Families and Community Engagement) program of QCAP (Quincy Community Action Programs) and Thayer Public Library
Come have fun at Reader's Theater, for ages 8 - 11. Each week, we'll read a different short & funny play. After a few weeks, the kids will vote for the one they like best. Then we'll focus on the chosen script to practice, make quick costumes for and the kids that are available will present it at an August storytime. All children ages 8 - 11 are welcome, even if they can't attend every week. Come to one session, or come to all! Library staff Elisabeth and Cathie create a friendly, welcoming environment, for kids to have creative fun.The Reader's Theater series will be held each Wednesday from July 17 to August 21, 2:00 - 3:30.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Come have fun at Reader's Theater, for ages 8 - 11. Each week, we'll read a different short & funny play. After a few weeks, the kids will vote for the one they like best. Then we'll focus on the chosen script to practice, make quick costumes for and the kids that are available will present it at an August storytime. All children ages 8 - 11 are welcome, even if they can't attend every week. Come to one session, or come to all! Library staff Elisabeth and Cathie create a friendly, welcoming environment, for kids to have creative fun.The Reader's Theater series will be held each Wednesday from July 17 to August 21, 2:00 - 3:30.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Kids Write! Let's do some writing - we can start with a group story that we all add to for fun, then we'll suggest a starting sentence for you to think of your own, or you can bring some writing you're already working on. We'll meet 6:30 - 7:30, as the library closes at 8:00 pm in the Summer.
Thayer Public Library is having a Writing contest this Summer, with separate categories for children, teens and adults. Our Summer Reading Program is called "A Universe of Stories" so your story can be about anything. If you like Scinece Fiction, you might want to write your own adventure. Submit a story to the library staff, by early August, to be considered. The child who wins will be announced at our Finale on Aug. 19.
Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Kids Write! Let's do some writing - we can start with a group story that we all add to for fun, then we'll suggest a starting sentence for you to think of your own, or you can bring some writing you're already working on. We'll meet 6:30 - 7:30, as the library closes at 8:00 pm in the Summer.
Thayer Public Library is having a Writing contest this Summer, with separate categories for children, teens and adults. Our Summer Reading Program is called "A Universe of Stories" so your story can be about anything. If you like Scinece Fiction, you might want to write your own adventure. Submit a story to the library staff, by early August, to be considered. The child who wins will be announced at our Finale on Aug. 19.
Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Please note the earlier starting time due to the library's summer hours.
This month's title is This is How it Always Is by Laurie Frankel.
This is how a family keeps a secret...and how that secret ends up keeping them. This is how a family lives happily ever after…until happily ever after becomes complicated. This is how children change…and then change the world.
Book club books are available at the circulation desk about one month before the meeting date and are due back on the night of the discussion.
All readers are always welcome!
Please note the earlier starting time due to the library's summer hours.
This month's title is This is How it Always Is by Laurie Frankel.
This is how a family keeps a secret...and how that secret ends up keeping them. This is how a family lives happily ever after…until happily ever after becomes complicated. This is how children change…and then change the world.
Book club books are available at the circulation desk about one month before the meeting date and are due back on the night of the discussion.
All readers are always welcome!
Disney's Ralph Breaks the Internet movie shown on our big screen. It is for children all ages.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Disney's Ralph Breaks the Internet movie shown on our big screen. It is for children all ages.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Come to the teen room to participate in a SPAAAACE themed scavenguer hunt, a teen volunter led program with prizes!
Program for grades 6-12. Registration Required.
Come to the teen room to participate in a SPAAAACE themed scavenguer hunt, a teen volunter led program with prizes!
Program for grades 6-12. Registration Required.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
Pajama Storytime with Elisabeth, for little ones through age 5. Wearing pajamas or bringing a stuffed animal is encouraged!
Held in the beautiful, new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Pajama Storytime with Elisabeth, for little ones through age 5. Wearing pajamas or bringing a stuffed animal is encouraged!
Held in the beautiful, new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Engaging men in the issues women are facing.
Engaging men in the issues women are facing.
Pajama Storytime with Cathie, for little ones through age 5. Wearing pajamas or bringing a stuffed animal is encouraged!
Held in the beautiful, new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Pajama Storytime with Cathie, for little ones through age 5. Wearing pajamas or bringing a stuffed animal is encouraged!
Held in the beautiful, new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Storytime will be held outside, at Pond Meadow Park, today at 9:30. They will hear some stories,sing a song or two, and make a simple craft based on our Summer space theme: "A Universe of Stories". Best for children, ages 3 - 5, but open to all age children. Pond Meadow Park is at 470 Liberty Street. Elisabeth will set up at the covered seating in the pavillion at the parking lot. If it rains, storytime will be held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Storytime will be held outside, at Pond Meadow Park, today at 9:30. They will hear some stories,sing a song or two, and make a simple craft based on our Summer space theme: "A Universe of Stories". Best for children, ages 3 - 5, but open to all age children. Pond Meadow Park is at 470 Liberty Street. Elisabeth will set up at the covered seating in the pavillion at the parking lot. If it rains, storytime will be held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
It's only a week and two days till the Bruins' Mascot Blades and the Bruins' Ice Girls visit Thayer Public Library in Braintree. Cool! They'll be here Thursday August 8 at 3:00 pm. Let's use our excitement and make an easy hockey-themed craft and try playing hockey with popsicle sticks and pennies. Can you score??? You can tell us who your favorite Bruins player is.
Our Summer Reading Program is called "A Universe of Stories".Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
It's only a week and two days till the Bruins' Mascot Blades and the Bruins' Ice Girls visit Thayer Public Library in Braintree. Cool! They'll be here Thursday August 8 at 3:00 pm. Let's use our excitement and make an easy hockey-themed craft and try playing hockey with popsicle sticks and pennies. Can you score??? You can tell us who your favorite Bruins player is.
Our Summer Reading Program is called "A Universe of Stories".Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed.
Come make a Glowing Constellation Painting! It's one part painting and one part battery lighting. Let PopUp Art instructors Lisa and Janell show you how!
Program for those going into grades 6-12 (ages 11-18).
Registration Required.
This program is sponsored by The Friends of Thayer Library.
Come make a Glowing Constellation Painting! It's one part painting and one part battery lighting. Let PopUp Art instructors Lisa and Janell show you how!
Program for those going into grades 6-12 (ages 11-18).
Registration Required.
This program is sponsored by The Friends of Thayer Library.
Wednesday Summer Storytimes will be held from July 10 to August 28, at 10:00 am. (Wed August 7 will be held outdoors at Sunset Lake on Franklin Street.) Cathie will present some stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.
Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Wednesday Summer Storytimes will be held from July 10 to August 28, at 10:00 am. (Wed August 7 will be held outdoors at Sunset Lake on Franklin Street.) Cathie will present some stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.
Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Come have fun at Reader's Theater, for ages 8 - 11. Each week, we'll read a different short & funny play. After a few weeks, the kids will vote for the one they like best. Then we'll focus on the chosen script to practice, make quick costumes for and the kids that are available will present it at an August storytime. All children ages 8 - 11 are welcome, even if they can't attend every week. Come to one session, or come to all! Library staff Elisabeth and Cathie create a friendly, welcoming environment, for kids to have creative fun.The Reader's Theater series will be held each Wednesday from July 17 to August 21, 2:00 - 3:30.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Come have fun at Reader's Theater, for ages 8 - 11. Each week, we'll read a different short & funny play. After a few weeks, the kids will vote for the one they like best. Then we'll focus on the chosen script to practice, make quick costumes for and the kids that are available will present it at an August storytime. All children ages 8 - 11 are welcome, even if they can't attend every week. Come to one session, or come to all! Library staff Elisabeth and Cathie create a friendly, welcoming environment, for kids to have creative fun.The Reader's Theater series will be held each Wednesday from July 17 to August 21, 2:00 - 3:30.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Mary Poppins Returns movie shown on our big screen. It is for children all ages.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Mary Poppins Returns movie shown on our big screen. It is for children all ages.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Join us in the Teen Room as we make our own SciFi Memes! This is a volunteer led program.
Join us in the Teen Room as we make our own SciFi Memes! This is a volunteer led program.
Girl Scouts Daisy Troop Meeting Sampler
CALLING ALL INCOMING K/1 GIRLS IN BRAINTREE!
Join us for a sample troop meeting at 6pm to see what Girl Scouts is all about! We'll run through an abbreviated meeting then cover troop logistics, registration, parent involvement, and more! Come experience the fun first-hand to see if Girl Scouts is what you've been missing! *PLUS: All girls who attend will earn their first patch when they join!
Can't make it but want more information about troops in Braintree? Head to www.gsema.org/moreinfo
Girl Scouts Daisy Troop Meeting Sampler
CALLING ALL INCOMING K/1 GIRLS IN BRAINTREE!
Join us for a sample troop meeting at 6pm to see what Girl Scouts is all about! We'll run through an abbreviated meeting then cover troop logistics, registration, parent involvement, and more! Come experience the fun first-hand to see if Girl Scouts is what you've been missing! *PLUS: All girls who attend will earn their first patch when they join!
Can't make it but want more information about troops in Braintree? Head to www.gsema.org/moreinfo
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
Join us for a LEGO competition! Build a space vehicle, with our LEGOs. You have 45 minutes to build any space vehicle you can imagine! You can build it here by yourself, or with a friend/ brother /sister. Then the kids will vote for the one they like best.
For ages 5 - 11, held in Stained Glass Tower/other side of Children's Room. Come keep cool in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Join us for a LEGO competition! Build a space vehicle, with our LEGOs. You have 45 minutes to build any space vehicle you can imagine! You can build it here by yourself, or with a friend/ brother /sister. Then the kids will vote for the one they like best.
For ages 5 - 11, held in Stained Glass Tower/other side of Children's Room. Come keep cool in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
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"Playful Engineering" comes to Braintree. for kids ages 6 through 11. In this STEM Workshop, the Presenter from Playful Engineering will start with info about forces, motion, cause and effect. Then kids can build and experiment with hands-on use of the cool supplies brought by the Playful Engineering staff.
The first 100 to arrive will be admitted. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019. Sponsored by The Friends of Thayer Public Library.
"Playful Engineering" comes to Braintree. for kids ages 6 through 11. In this STEM Workshop, the Presenter from Playful Engineering will start with info about forces, motion, cause and effect. Then kids can build and experiment with hands-on use of the cool supplies brought by the Playful Engineering staff.
The first 100 to arrive will be admitted. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019. Sponsored by The Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Pajama Storytime with Cathie, for little ones through age 5. Wearing pajamas or bringing a stuffed animal is encouraged!
Held in the beautiful, new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Pajama Storytime with Cathie, for little ones through age 5. Wearing pajamas or bringing a stuffed animal is encouraged!
Held in the beautiful, new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Want to make your own cosmic astronaut or alien soap? Join Gariné as she shows you how!
Program for ages 11-18.
Registration Required. Event limit set by performer.
This event is sponsored by The Friends of Thayer Library.
Want to make your own cosmic astronaut or alien soap? Join Gariné as she shows you how!
Program for ages 11-18.
Registration Required. Event limit set by performer.
This event is sponsored by The Friends of Thayer Library.
Storytime will be held outside, at Sunset Lake, today at 10:00. They will hear some stories,sing a song or two, and make a simple craft based on our Summer space theme: "A Universe of Stories". Best for children, ages 3 - 5, but open to all age children. Sunset Lake is on Franklin Street. Cathie will set up in the covered gazebo, next to the parking lot. If it rains, storytime will be held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Storytime will be held outside, at Sunset Lake, today at 10:00. They will hear some stories,sing a song or two, and make a simple craft based on our Summer space theme: "A Universe of Stories". Best for children, ages 3 - 5, but open to all age children. Sunset Lake is on Franklin Street. Cathie will set up in the covered gazebo, next to the parking lot. If it rains, storytime will be held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Come have fun at Reader's Theater, for ages 8 - 11. Each week, we'll read a different short & funny play. After a few weeks, the kids will vote for the one they like best. Then we'll focus on the chosen script to practice, make quick costumes for and the kids that are available will present it at an August storytime. All children ages 8 - 11 are welcome, even if they can't attend every week. Come to one session, or come to all! Library staff Elisabeth and Cathie create a friendly, welcoming environment, for kids to have creative fun.The Reader's Theater series will be held each Wednesday from July 17 to August 21, 2:00 - 3:30.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Come have fun at Reader's Theater, for ages 8 - 11. Each week, we'll read a different short & funny play. After a few weeks, the kids will vote for the one they like best. Then we'll focus on the chosen script to practice, make quick costumes for and the kids that are available will present it at an August storytime. All children ages 8 - 11 are welcome, even if they can't attend every week. Come to one session, or come to all! Library staff Elisabeth and Cathie create a friendly, welcoming environment, for kids to have creative fun.The Reader's Theater series will be held each Wednesday from July 17 to August 21, 2:00 - 3:30.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Bruins' Mascot Blades and Bruins' Ice Girls Visit!!! Blades, the mascot, and some of the Bruins' Ice Girls are coming to Braintree!!! They'll be loaded up with goodie bags for each kid who attends and available for photo opportuniites too! Thayer Public Library has been selected for a special summer visit!!! For children of all ages. The first 100 people to arrive will be admitted. The Bruins are a sponsor of the state-wide Summer Reading Program for children.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories".
Bruins' Mascot Blades and Bruins' Ice Girls Visit!!! Blades, the mascot, and some of the Bruins' Ice Girls are coming to Braintree!!! They'll be loaded up with goodie bags for each kid who attends and available for photo opportuniites too! Thayer Public Library has been selected for a special summer visit!!! For children of all ages. The first 100 people to arrive will be admitted. The Bruins are a sponsor of the state-wide Summer Reading Program for children.
Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories".
Join us in the Teen Room for some constellation-themed mad Libs! This is a volunteer led program.
Registration Required, drop-ins welcome.
Join us in the Teen Room for some constellation-themed mad Libs! This is a volunteer led program.
Registration Required, drop-ins welcome.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
Have questions? Let us help!
9:30 to 11:30 AM by appointment only
Call 781-848-0405 ext. 4417 to reserve your spot.
Learn how to get free ebooks, audiobooks, movies, magazines, & music! Learn how to use your library resources from home. We can also assist you with the Library’s catalog and databases, searching strategies, and basic software tips.
For help with OverDrive or Hoopla please bring: 1. A fully charged and activated device 2. Power cord for the device 3. An OCLN library card and PIN 4. User IDs, passwords, and email addresses for the device (Adobe or Apple ID, Google, Amazon, etc.) 5. Headphones for eAudio files
Have questions? Let us help!
9:30 to 11:30 AM by appointment only
Call 781-848-0405 ext. 4417 to reserve your spot.
Learn how to get free ebooks, audiobooks, movies, magazines, & music! Learn how to use your library resources from home. We can also assist you with the Library’s catalog and databases, searching strategies, and basic software tips.
For help with OverDrive or Hoopla please bring: 1. A fully charged and activated device 2. Power cord for the device 3. An OCLN library card and PIN 4. User IDs, passwords, and email addresses for the device (Adobe or Apple ID, Google, Amazon, etc.) 5. Headphones for eAudio files
Join us for Block Play! Blocks and DUPLOs will be set out at this informal Play Time for toddlers, preschoolers and kindergartners to use. It is an opportunity for them to use their imagination to create, and to build social skills by interacting with others. Held this Summer on Fridays July 12 and August 9, from 10:00 am to noon. Siblings or Elementary school students, ages 6 - 11, may ask at the desk for LEGOs to use in Stained Glass Tower/other side of Children's Room. Come keep cool in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed.
Join us for Block Play! Blocks and DUPLOs will be set out at this informal Play Time for toddlers, preschoolers and kindergartners to use. It is an opportunity for them to use their imagination to create, and to build social skills by interacting with others. Held this Summer on Fridays July 12 and August 9, from 10:00 am to noon. Siblings or Elementary school students, ages 6 - 11, may ask at the desk for LEGOs to use in Stained Glass Tower/other side of Children's Room. Come keep cool in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed.
Hold for YA SR program: 4 Min. Film Festival
Hold for YA SR program: 4 Min. Film Festival
Space Alien Party! Best for ages 4-8. Come dressed as an alien, or make an alien head decoration here. Alien- themed games and crafts available for fun. The first 100 to arrive will be admitted. No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Space Alien Party! Best for ages 4-8. Come dressed as an alien, or make an alien head decoration here. Alien- themed games and crafts available for fun. The first 100 to arrive will be admitted. No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Pajama Storytime with Cathie, for little ones through age 5. Wearing pajamas or bringing a stuffed animal is encouraged!
Held in the beautiful, new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Pajama Storytime with Cathie, for little ones through age 5. Wearing pajamas or bringing a stuffed animal is encouraged!
Held in the beautiful, new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Have you unlocked the entire roster and found your main yet? If so (or even if not), come join OneUp Games for a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament and compete against the best Ultimate players in your area at our Thayer Public Library!
Tournament entry is FREE to attend! Friendlies begin at 1:00pm, official tournament brackets start at 1:30pm. We will have pro and GameCube controllers available, as well as GameCube adaptors. Players are welcome to bring their own controller.
Program for grades 6-12 (ages 11-18).
Registration Required.
This program is sponsored by The Friends of Thayer Library.
Have you unlocked the entire roster and found your main yet? If so (or even if not), come join OneUp Games for a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament and compete against the best Ultimate players in your area at our Thayer Public Library!
Tournament entry is FREE to attend! Friendlies begin at 1:00pm, official tournament brackets start at 1:30pm. We will have pro and GameCube controllers available, as well as GameCube adaptors. Players are welcome to bring their own controller.
Program for grades 6-12 (ages 11-18).
Registration Required.
This program is sponsored by The Friends of Thayer Library.
Cookbook Club Potluck -- Universe of Stories 
The Good Taste Cookbook Club is on our summer break, but we're hosting a Cookbook Club Potluck as part of the Adult Summer Reading Program! No need to register in advance, but if you'd like to receive an automated reminder, please register here or by calling 781-848-0405 x4417.
Prepare a recipe from one of your favorite cookbooks, food blogs, or Web sites to share the story of the first time you made it, why it's a favorite, or why you like the cookbook so much, etc. The universe is the limit on the story you tell or the recipe you choose to make!
This will be a true potluck supper, as we won't be planning what everyone will bring. It's just a fun summer get-together for readers who like to cook!
Cookbook Club Potluck -- Universe of Stories
The Good Taste Cookbook Club is on our summer break, but we're hosting a Cookbook Club Potluck as part of the Adult Summer Reading Program! No need to register in advance, but if you'd like to receive an automated reminder, please register here or by calling 781-848-0405 x4417.
Prepare a recipe from one of your favorite cookbooks, food blogs, or Web sites to share the story of the first time you made it, why it's a favorite, or why you like the cookbook so much, etc. The universe is the limit on the story you tell or the recipe you choose to make!
This will be a true potluck supper, as we won't be planning what everyone will bring. It's just a fun summer get-together for readers who like to cook!
New location: The Second Tuesday Book Club is now meeting in the Teen Room on the Lower Level.
This month's book is : Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton.
Havana, 1958. The daughter of a sugar baron, nineteen-year-old Elisa Perez is part of Cuba's high society, where she is largely sheltered from the country's growing political unrest--until she embarks on a clandestine affair with a passionate revolutionary...
Miami, 2017. Freelance writer Marisol Ferrera grew up hearing romantic stories of Cuba from her late grandmother Elisa, who was forced to flee with her family during the revolution. Elisa's last wish was for Marisol to scatter her ashes in the country of her birth.
Arriving in Havana, Marisol comes face-to-face with the contrast of Cuba's tropical, timeless beauty and its perilous political climate. When more family history comes to light and Marisol finds herself attracted to a man with secrets of his own, she'll need the lessons of her grandmother's past to help her understand the true meaning of courage.
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!
New location: The Second Tuesday Book Club is now meeting in the Teen Room on the Lower Level.
This month's book is : Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton.
Havana, 1958. The daughter of a sugar baron, nineteen-year-old Elisa Perez is part of Cuba's high society, where she is largely sheltered from the country's growing political unrest--until she embarks on a clandestine affair with a passionate revolutionary...
Miami, 2017. Freelance writer Marisol Ferrera grew up hearing romantic stories of Cuba from her late grandmother Elisa, who was forced to flee with her family during the revolution. Elisa's last wish was for Marisol to scatter her ashes in the country of her birth.
Arriving in Havana, Marisol comes face-to-face with the contrast of Cuba's tropical, timeless beauty and its perilous political climate. When more family history comes to light and Marisol finds herself attracted to a man with secrets of his own, she'll need the lessons of her grandmother's past to help her understand the true meaning of courage.
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!
Wednesday Summer Storytimes will be held from July 10 to August 28, at 10:00 am. (Wed August 7 will be held outdoors at Sunset Lake on Franklin Street.) Cathie will present some stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.
Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Wednesday Summer Storytimes will be held from July 10 to August 28, at 10:00 am. (Wed August 7 will be held outdoors at Sunset Lake on Franklin Street.) Cathie will present some stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.
Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
This month's selection is My Italian Bulldozer by Alexander McCall Smith.
Feel free to bring your hot or cold bottled or covered beverages (and lunch or a snack, if desired) and join us in the Reading Room on the Main Level to talk about the monthly selection. Hot and cold beverages and vending machine snacks are also available for purchase in the Friends' Cafe. The Brown Bag Book Club meets every month on the second Wednesday at noon.
“An engaging read written in McCall Smith’s trademark wryly thoughtful style [with] mouth-watering descriptions of rural Italy.”— The Daily Mail
Book club books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date and are due back on the day of the discussion. New members are always welcome. Audio and large-print copies of the title are also available.
This month's selection is My Italian Bulldozer by Alexander McCall Smith.
Feel free to bring your hot or cold bottled or covered beverages (and lunch or a snack, if desired) and join us in the Reading Room on the Main Level to talk about the monthly selection. Hot and cold beverages and vending machine snacks are also available for purchase in the Friends' Cafe. The Brown Bag Book Club meets every month on the second Wednesday at noon.
“An engaging read written in McCall Smith’s trademark wryly thoughtful style [with] mouth-watering descriptions of rural Italy.”— The Daily Mail
Book club books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date and are due back on the day of the discussion. New members are always welcome. Audio and large-print copies of the title are also available.
Come have fun at Reader's Theater, for ages 8 - 11. Each week, we'll read a different short & funny play. After a few weeks, the kids will vote for the one they like best. Then we'll focus on the chosen script to practice, make quick costumes for and the kids that are available will present it at an August storytime. All children ages 8 - 11 are welcome, even if they can't attend every week. Come to one session, or come to all! Library staff Elisabeth and Cathie create a friendly, welcoming environment, for kids to have creative fun.The Reader's Theater series will be held each Wednesday from July 17 to August 21, 2:00 - 3:30.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Come have fun at Reader's Theater, for ages 8 - 11. Each week, we'll read a different short & funny play. After a few weeks, the kids will vote for the one they like best. Then we'll focus on the chosen script to practice, make quick costumes for and the kids that are available will present it at an August storytime. All children ages 8 - 11 are welcome, even if they can't attend every week. Come to one session, or come to all! Library staff Elisabeth and Cathie create a friendly, welcoming environment, for kids to have creative fun.The Reader's Theater series will be held each Wednesday from July 17 to August 21, 2:00 - 3:30.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Join us for a showing of a Newly-Released-on-DVD movie each month.
The first 100 people will fit in the room.
Movie ratings will vary. This program is primarily intended for adult audiences.
Join us for a showing of a Newly-Released-on-DVD movie each month.
The first 100 people will fit in the room.
Movie ratings will vary. This program is primarily intended for adult audiences.
Joins us for a repeat showing of last night's Newly-Released-on-DVD program.
Joins us for a repeat showing of last night's Newly-Released-on-DVD program.
Join us in the Teen Room for some cosmic coloring and design your own constellation. This is a volunteer led program.
Join us in the Teen Room for some cosmic coloring and design your own constellation. This is a volunteer led program.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
Are you interested in tracing your family's history? Are you working on your genealogy and want to meet up with others who are working on their family trees? Then join us at the Thayer Public Library's Genealogy Club! All are welcome from novice to expert. Come learn abut the resources that the library has to offer. We can compare notes and stories a well as help each other with research.
Registration is requested, but not required. Register online through the link below, in person at the Reference Desk, or over the phone at 781-848-0405, ext. 4417.
Are you interested in tracing your family's history? Are you working on your genealogy and want to meet up with others who are working on their family trees? Then join us at the Thayer Public Library's Genealogy Club! All are welcome from novice to expert. Come learn abut the resources that the library has to offer. We can compare notes and stories a well as help each other with research.
Registration is requested, but not required. Register online through the link below, in person at the Reference Desk, or over the phone at 781-848-0405, ext. 4417.
ScienceTellers presents "Aliens: Escape from Earth " with science based special effects that will be explained. Children's Summer Reading Program Finale! For children age 5 - 12, no sign-up needed. The first 100 to arrive will be admitted.Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories". Sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Throughout this amazing intergalactic story, we use science experiments to bring the story to life! In the second part of the show, we go “behind the scenes” of the special effects and recreate the science experiments with the help of volunteers from the audience.
Discover the unbelievable world of physics and chemistry through exciting experiments, like:
Turning a liquid into solid “worms” through a chemical reaction.
Launching a potato into the air using Boyle’s law.
See a flying rocket made of two common household chemicals.
Transferring energy between matter to create a “rainstorm.
ScienceTellers presents "Aliens: Escape from Earth " with science based special effects that will be explained. Children's Summer Reading Program Finale! For children age 5 - 12, no sign-up needed. The first 100 to arrive will be admitted.Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories". Sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Throughout this amazing intergalactic story, we use science experiments to bring the story to life! In the second part of the show, we go “behind the scenes” of the special effects and recreate the science experiments with the help of volunteers from the audience.
Discover the unbelievable world of physics and chemistry through exciting experiments, like:
Turning a liquid into solid “worms” through a chemical reaction.
Launching a potato into the air using Boyle’s law.
See a flying rocket made of two common household chemicals.
Transferring energy between matter to create a “rainstorm.
Pajama Storytime with Cathie, for little ones through age 5. Wearing pajamas or bringing a stuffed animal is encouraged!
Held in the beautiful, new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Pajama Storytime with Cathie, for little ones through age 5. Wearing pajamas or bringing a stuffed animal is encouraged!
Held in the beautiful, new Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
This month's book is: Strangers in Their Own Land: Anger and Mourning on the American Right by Arlie Russel Hochschild.
Book club books will be 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.
This month's book is: Strangers in Their Own Land: Anger and Mourning on the American Right by Arlie Russel Hochschild.
Book club books will be 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.
Join us to play "Solar System Bingo". It's the game of Bingo with Solar System items to match up. Great for ages 5 - 8. Held in the Children's Room. Come keep cool in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Join us to play "Solar System Bingo". It's the game of Bingo with Solar System items to match up. Great for ages 5 - 8. Held in the Children's Room. Come keep cool in the beautifully renovated Children's Room. No sign-up needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Are you a teen going into grades 6-12? Then join us for some space-themed jeopardy! Come play for some sweet prizes
Registration Required.
Are you a teen going into grades 6-12? Then join us for some space-themed jeopardy! Come play for some sweet prizes
Registration Required.
Wednesday Summer Storytimes will be held from July 10 to August 28, at 10:00 am. (Wed August 7 will be held outdoors at Sunset Lake on Franklin Street.) Cathie will present some stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.
Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Wednesday Summer Storytimes will be held from July 10 to August 28, at 10:00 am. (Wed August 7 will be held outdoors at Sunset Lake on Franklin Street.) Cathie will present some stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.
Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Today, Aug. 21 is our last Reader's Theater, from 2:00 - 3:30.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Today, Aug. 21 is our last Reader's Theater, from 2:00 - 3:30.
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Star Wars Jedi Training, best for ages 4-8. Make a (pretend) light saber and learn some moves with it. Get some other Jedi tips that you can practice at home!
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Star Wars Jedi Training, best for ages 4-8. Make a (pretend) light saber and learn some moves with it. Get some other Jedi tips that you can practice at home!
No sign-up needed. Part of "A Universe of Stories" Children's Summer Reading Program 2019, sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Join us in the Teen Room for some Solar System Face & Fortune Tellers! This is a volunteer led program.
Join us in the Teen Room for some Solar System Face & Fortune Tellers! This is a volunteer led program.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
Paint to Star Wars music, from the movies, for ages 6 & 7. Kids could wear old clothes for this painting program. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Paint to Star Wars music, from the movies, for ages 6 & 7. Kids could wear old clothes for this painting program. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Paint your own version of Van Gogh's Starry Night, for ages 8-11. Kids could wear old clothes for this painting program. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Paint your own version of Van Gogh's Starry Night, for ages 8-11. Kids could wear old clothes for this painting program. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Pizza, prizes, live raffle, photo contest winner announcements, Switch play, and more!
Program is for teens entering grades 6-12. Registration Required.
This program is sponsored by The Friends of Thayer Library.
Pizza, prizes, live raffle, photo contest winner announcements, Switch play, and more!
Program is for teens entering grades 6-12. Registration Required.
This program is sponsored by The Friends of Thayer Library.
Join us for an amazing hour of Hope & Health.
Are you or someone you know ready for better health?
* weight loss
* better sleep
* more confidence
* less stress
* healthier habits
* accountability
* community
* lifelong wellness
Be inspired by real stories of transformations from people just like you, who started right where you are today, with the same challenges and concepts. Learn how to achieve lifelong transformation by incorporating healthy habits into everything you do.
THIS EVENT IS FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC but RSVP is required via our Facebook Event Page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/396814427768218/
---> PARKING... please park on the street or in the Town Hall parking lot across Washington Street, per the request of Thayer Public Library.
Join us for an amazing hour of Hope & Health.
Are you or someone you know ready for better health?
* weight loss
* better sleep
* more confidence
* less stress
* healthier habits
* accountability
* community
* lifelong wellness
Be inspired by real stories of transformations from people just like you, who started right where you are today, with the same challenges and concepts. Learn how to achieve lifelong transformation by incorporating healthy habits into everything you do.
THIS EVENT IS FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC but RSVP is required via our Facebook Event Page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/396814427768218/
---> PARKING... please park on the street or in the Town Hall parking lot across Washington Street, per the request of Thayer Public Library.
Today is the last Wednesday Storytime of the Summer. Cathie will present some stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.
Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Today is the last Wednesday Storytime of the Summer. Cathie will present some stories, songs, and do a craft. Best for ages 3- 5 and their siblings.
Held in the Children's Room. No sign-ups needed. Part of the Children's Summer Reading Program "A Universe of Stories", sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Public Library.
Please note the earlier starting time due to the library's summer hours.
This month's title is Into the Water by Paula Hawkins.
A single mother turns up dead at the bottom of the river that runs through town. Earlier in the summer, a vulnerable teenage girl met the same fate. They are not the first women lost to these dark waters, but their deaths disturb the river and its history, dredging up secrets long submerged
Book club books are available at the circulation desk about one month before the meeting date and are due back on the night of the discussion.
All readers are always welcome!
Please note the earlier starting time due to the library's summer hours.
This month's title is Into the Water by Paula Hawkins.
A single mother turns up dead at the bottom of the river that runs through town. Earlier in the summer, a vulnerable teenage girl met the same fate. They are not the first women lost to these dark waters, but their deaths disturb the river and its history, dredging up secrets long submerged
Book club books are available at the circulation desk about one month before the meeting date and are due back on the night of the discussion.
All readers are always welcome!
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day Weekend
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
Meet others who love to write! Share tips of the trade, and get/give encouragement and support to other area writers. The Saturday Morning Writers Group meets monthly to talk about works in progress and the writing and publishing process. Reading from work is optional. Please register in advance to receive an automatic email reminder of the meeting.
Sponsored by the Thayer Public Library, group meetings are facilitated by a librarian.
Meet others who love to write! Share tips of the trade, and get/give encouragement and support to other area writers. The Saturday Morning Writers Group meets monthly to talk about works in progress and the writing and publishing process. Reading from work is optional. Please register in advance to receive an automatic email reminder of the meeting.
Sponsored by the Thayer Public Library, group meetings are facilitated by a librarian.
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
New location: The Second Tuesday Book Club is now meeting in the Teen Room on the Lower Level.
This month's selection is The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco.
"The year is 1327. Benedictines in a wealthy Italian abbey are suspected of heresy, and Brother William of Baskerville arrives to investigate. When his delicate mission is suddenly overshadowed by seven bizarre deaths, Brother William turns detective. His tools are the logic of Aristotle, the theology of Aquinas, the empirical insights of Roger Bacon—all sharpened to a glistening edge by wry humor and a ferocious curiosity. He collects evidence, deciphers secret symbols and coded manuscripts, and digs into the eerie labyrinth of the abbey, where “the most interesting things happen at night.”
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!
New location: The Second Tuesday Book Club is now meeting in the Teen Room on the Lower Level.
This month's selection is The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco.
"The year is 1327. Benedictines in a wealthy Italian abbey are suspected of heresy, and Brother William of Baskerville arrives to investigate. When his delicate mission is suddenly overshadowed by seven bizarre deaths, Brother William turns detective. His tools are the logic of Aristotle, the theology of Aquinas, the empirical insights of Roger Bacon—all sharpened to a glistening edge by wry humor and a ferocious curiosity. He collects evidence, deciphers secret symbols and coded manuscripts, and digs into the eerie labyrinth of the abbey, where “the most interesting things happen at night.”
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!
This month's selection is Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover.
Feel free to bring your hot or cold bottled or covered beverages (and lunch or a snack, if desired) and join us in the Reading Room on the Main Level to talk about the monthly selection. Hot and cold beverages and vending machine snacks are also available for purchase in the Friends' Cafe. The Brown Bag Book Club meets every month on the second Wednesday at noon.
“Westover's debut memoir details how her isolated upbringing in the mountains of Idaho led to an unexpected outcome: Cambridge, Harvard, and a PhD.”— Booklist
Book club books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date and are due back on the day of the discussion. New members are always welcome. Audio and large-print copies of the title are also available.
This month's selection is Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover.
Feel free to bring your hot or cold bottled or covered beverages (and lunch or a snack, if desired) and join us in the Reading Room on the Main Level to talk about the monthly selection. Hot and cold beverages and vending machine snacks are also available for purchase in the Friends' Cafe. The Brown Bag Book Club meets every month on the second Wednesday at noon.
“Westover's debut memoir details how her isolated upbringing in the mountains of Idaho led to an unexpected outcome: Cambridge, Harvard, and a PhD.”— Booklist
Book club books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the meeting date and are due back on the day of the discussion. New members are always welcome. Audio and large-print copies of the title are also available.
Join us for a showing of a Newly-Released-on-DVD movie each month.
The first 100 people will fit in the room.
Movie ratings will vary. This program is primarily intended for adult audiences.
Join us for a showing of a Newly-Released-on-DVD movie each month.
The first 100 people will fit in the room.
Movie ratings will vary. This program is primarily intended for adult audiences.
his program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
his program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
Joins us for a repeat showing of last night's Newly-Released-on-DVD program.
Joins us for a repeat showing of last night's Newly-Released-on-DVD program.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This month's book is: The American Way of Eating: Undercover at Walmart, Applebee's, Farm Fields, and the Dinner Table by Tracie McMillan.
Book club books will be 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.
This month's book is: The American Way of Eating: Undercover at Walmart, Applebee's, Farm Fields, and the Dinner Table by Tracie McMillan.
Book club books will be 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.
Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
his program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
his program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
Are you interested in tracing your family's history? Are you working on your genealogy and want to meet up with others who are working on their family trees? Then join us at the Thayer Public Library's Genealogy Club! All are welcome from novice to expert. Come learn abut the resources that the library has to offer. We can compare notes and stories a well as help each other with research.
Registration is requested, but not required. Register online through the link below, in person at the Reference Desk, or over the phone at 781-848-0405, ext. 4417.
Are you interested in tracing your family's history? Are you working on your genealogy and want to meet up with others who are working on their family trees? Then join us at the Thayer Public Library's Genealogy Club! All are welcome from novice to expert. Come learn abut the resources that the library has to offer. We can compare notes and stories a well as help each other with research.
Registration is requested, but not required. Register online through the link below, in person at the Reference Desk, or over the phone at 781-848-0405, ext. 4417.
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
Cookbook Selection to be announced.
Cookbooks will be available from the Circulation Desk one month ahead. Please return the book if you won’t be able to join us, so someone else can borrow it!
Remember to register here (through the library calendar) or by phone or email (see contact info below) in order to receive an email reminder about the meeting, and don't forget to let Laurie know what recipe you’ll be trying!
The Good Taste Cookbook Club is a bi-monthly book club, sponsored by the Thayer Public Library. The group meets September through May, and takes the summer months off.
Cookbook Selection to be announced.
Cookbooks will be available from the Circulation Desk one month ahead. Please return the book if you won’t be able to join us, so someone else can borrow it!
Remember to register here (through the library calendar) or by phone or email (see contact info below) in order to receive an email reminder about the meeting, and don't forget to let Laurie know what recipe you’ll be trying!
The Good Taste Cookbook Club is a bi-monthly book club, sponsored by the Thayer Public Library. The group meets September through May, and takes the summer months off.
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This month's title is Crossing to Safety by Wallace Stegner.
Called a “magnificently crafted story . . . brimming with wisdom” by Howard Frank Mosher in The Washington Post Book World, Crossing to Safety has, since its publication in 1987, established itself as one of the greatest and most cherished American novels of the twentieth century. Tracing the lives, loves, and aspirations of two couples who move between Vermont and Wisconsin, it is a work of quiet majesty, deep compassion, and powerful insight into the alchemy of friendship and marriage.
Book club books are available at the circulation desk about one month before the meeting date and are due back on the night of the discussion.
All readers are always welcome!
This month's title is Crossing to Safety by Wallace Stegner.
Called a “magnificently crafted story . . . brimming with wisdom” by Howard Frank Mosher in The Washington Post Book World, Crossing to Safety has, since its publication in 1987, established itself as one of the greatest and most cherished American novels of the twentieth century. Tracing the lives, loves, and aspirations of two couples who move between Vermont and Wisconsin, it is a work of quiet majesty, deep compassion, and powerful insight into the alchemy of friendship and marriage.
Book club books are available at the circulation desk about one month before the meeting date and are due back on the night of the discussion.
All readers are always welcome!
his program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
his program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
This program is sponsored by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UMass Boston. Participants must be pre-registered OLLI members. To register call 617-287-7312 or email ollireg@gmail.com for more information
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
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 mid-June and at 6:00PM during mid-June through August.
