The Wareham Gatemen baseball team is coming to Plumb Library. From 10:30 am to 11:30 am Friday, July 18 members of the Gatemen will join us for stories, Q&A, a game of catch, and autograph signing. This is an all-ages event, and no registration is necessary. The Gatemen will also be celebrating Literacy Night later the same day at Spillane Field at 5 pm before the game.
Local author Michelle Cusolito will join us from 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm Monday, July 21 in our Downstairs Program Room to read her newest book “Inside the World of Whales,” a picture book perfect for kids ages 4-8 years. The Storytime will be followed by a themed craft and then attendees are welcome to head outside to check out Delilah the Whale (see below). Michelle’s book will be available for sale and signing at this event, cash or check only. Please register on our website’s Event Calendar, as space is limited.
Have you ever wondered what a whale looks like from the inside? Here’s your chance to find out. The Whale and Dolphin Conservation will be at the Library with Delilah from 5-6 pm Monday, July 21. Delilah is an inflatable, life-sized, North Atlantic Right Whale. She’ll be outside on the Library lawn, weather permitting. This event is all-ages and no registration is required.
Other upcoming events:
Writers Group 6:30 pm Thursday July 17. Open to anyone 19+ who is interested in fiction writing of any genre. Writing prompts are provided, sharing is encouraged, light refreshments are served, all are welcome.
Knitting Group 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Mondays (July 21, 28). All levels of adult handcrafters are welcome at this social gathering. Bring your latest projects.
New program – Boards and Cards 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Saturday July 26 This is a new, volunteer run program held in the Downstair Program Room. Come by and join in this social gathering of adults who like games. Bring a favorite to share or try one here.
Friends of the Library 6:00 pm Thursday July 31. Meeting is open to the public. We are in search of new board members (and members in general). Come to this meeting if you’d like to help out.
Books and Babble Book Club 6:30 pm Thursday July 31 to discuss “L A Weather” by Maria Escandon. Books are available for pick up at the Library.
FYI: The Creative Crafters (the Rochester COA knitting group) will be meeting at the Library while the Council on Aging is being renovated. 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Thursdays through the end of July.
Library hours: Monday/Thursday 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm; Tuesday/Wednesday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm; Friday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; Saturday 10:00 am to 2:00 pm; closed on Sundays and Holidays. Contact us: call 508-763-8600 or email at info@plumblibrary.com during regular hours. Check our Events Calendar, Newsletter, Facebook, and Instagram pages for information, upcoming events, and more.
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