During our Summer Library program, there is something to do every day at Plumb Library. As part of our Fun and Games Fridays, Vinny from “Toe Jam Puppet Band” will be showcasing his new fun gig. “Vinny The Bubble Guy” has created giant bubble wands and provides roaming entertainment for events. On July 10 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm, Vinny will be at Plumb Library, 17 Constitution Way, Rochester, during our weekly Fun and Games Friday. This is a free event for kids of all ages. Come see Vinny create Giant Bubbles. Kids watch, chase, and pop ‘em, or watch the ones flying up over the trees! Call the library at 508-763-8600 for more information.
The following programs will be held on Wednesdays from 10:30 am to noon. Preregistration is required. July 15: Super Kids Play Day, ages 0-6; July 22: Rethink Your Drink 4-H workshop, ages 8+; July 29: Earth’s Super Heroes 4-H workshop, Grades K-4. For more information or to register, call the library at 508-768-8600 or visit the library’s Events Calendar.
July 18, 10:00 am to noon: Star Wars Symposium. Do you love all things Star Wars? Then register today for the Star Wars symposium led by Star Wars expert Peter Struzziero. Come dressed as your favorite character for a costume contest, bring your items for show and tell, learn about the history of Star Wars, and join in the trivia challenge. For ages 6 and up and their families. Preregistration is required for this program, and it will be held in the Congregational Church Fellowship Hall, 11 Constitution Way, Rochester. To register, visit the Plumb Library’s Events Calendar (www.plumblibrary.com).
We will be accepting non-perishable food for Damien’s Pantry in Wareham from July 13-25. Donate to the food pantry, and we’ll waive your fines. Some suggested items: peanut butter, whole-wheat pasta, spaghetti sauce, canned vegetables, oatmeal, toiletries or paper goods. You can also donate food or pet toys for local animal shelters. This does not cover copying or faxing fees, lost card or lost book fees.
Join us on Saturday, July 25 from 10:30 am to noon to share what you’ve been reading, hear what others are recommending, and see what new books the staff recommends. Preregistration is requested. Go to the Events Calendar on the Plumb Library website to register. Refreshments will be provided.
For their July book, “Just the Facts” Nonfiction Book Discussion Group will be reading Eighty Days: Nellie Bly and Elizabeth Bisland’s History-Making Race Around the World by Matthew Goodman. On November 14, 1889, crusading reporter for Joseph Pulitzer’s World newspaper Nellie Bly left New York City by steamship on a quest to break the record for the fastest trip around the world. Also departing from New York that day, and heading in the opposite direction by train, was a young journalist from Cosmopolitan magazine, Elizabeth Bisland. Each woman was determined to outdo Jules Verne’s fictional hero Phileas Fogg, and circle the world in less than 80 days. Eighty Days brings these trailblazing women to life as they race against time and each other, unaided and alone. We will discuss this book on Thursday, July 16 at 6:30 pm. Copies are available at the desk.
The Café Parlez’ selection for July is Benjamin Franklin’s Bastard by Sally Cabot. Born to a 16-year-old serving girl and with Benjamin Franklin as his father, William grows up with Benjamin and Deborah Franklin, but with Anne, his birth mother, always watching over him in secret. William rises to become Royal Governor of New Jersey, but, when the colonies begin their fight for independence, he is torn between allegiance to his beloved monarchy and his own father. A poignant tale of passion, family, love and war, this book examines a thrilling period of American history. We will discuss this novel on Thursday, July 30 at 6:30 pm. Books are available at the desk, or bring your own copy.