April 2018 Library News & Events
All programs take place at the Roslindale Branch Library and are free of charge unless noted otherwise. Call the branch at 617-323-2343 for more information. Learn more at friendsofroslindalelibrary.org.
Book Discussion: In The Country We Love
Thursday, April 5, 6:30 - 8 pm
Roslindale Library
We will discuss actress (and former Roslindale resident) Diane Guerrero's memoir and the current debate around immigration reform. Guerrero, the television actress from the megahit Orange is the New Black and Jane the Virgin, was just fourteen years old on the day her parents were detained and deported while she was at school. The Friends purchased limited copies of the book in both English and Spanish, which are available to borrow from the Roslindale library on a first-come, first-served basis. A Spanish translator will be available at the book discussion.
Raising Healthy Eaters: A Parent's Playbook
Saturday, April 7, 9:30-10:30 am
Roslindale Library
Learn the top ten things parents can do to support healthy eating with their children at this program with Stephanie Meyers, MS, RD/LDN, a registered dietician, licensed nutritionist (and mom!) with more than 20 years of experience. Parents, grandparents, and caretakers of all kinds will leave with strategies to help their children have a healthy relationship with food. Bring your children and we will entertain them while you learn with the Create a Spring Garden arts program.
Revisiting The Fire Next Time
Saturdays, April 7, 21 & 28, 9:15 - 11 am
Roslindale Library
We will host a three-part discussion series on James Baldwin's classic about race in America. The Fire Next Time is a passionate exploration of race, religion and America’s destiny. Baldwin beautifully describes his quest to transcend anger, conflict, and isolation to become a truthteller, and finally, a prophet. Join us as we discuss the book's legacy which continues to grow!
April 7—Truthteller
, April 21—Searcher,
April 28—The Legacy of a Prophet
The discussions will be facilitated by local educator Josh Frank. The Friends purchased limited copies of the book which can be borrowed from the library on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up for the series at the circulation desk or call 617-323-2343.
Crossing Borders with Poetry:
Celebrating Immigrant Poets
Thursday, April 26, 7-9 pm, Roslindale House, 120 Poplar St
We are hosting a special Rozzie Reads Poetry open mic featuring immigrants poets from around the world. Attendees are also welcome to read poems from their favorite immigrant poets.
The featured readers are:
- Barbara Siegel Carlson, poet, and translator of Slovene poetry
- Barbara Thomas, poet who writes about her Greek/Albanian heritage
- U-Meleni Mhlaba-Adebo, Zimbabwean poet and singer
- Sharon Amuguni, poet and artist born in Kenya
Fifty Years Plus of Broadway
Thursday, April 12, 6:30-7:30 pm
Concert with David Polansky
Reading Readiness
Fridays April 13 -May 18, 10:30-11:30 am
For ages 3-5 with Children’s Librarian
Rozzie Reads Poetry Discussion
Tuesday, April 17, 7 - 8:30 pm, Roslindale House, 120 Poplar Street
We will discuss What Work Is by Philip Levine
Baseball Person
Wednesday, April 18, 11:00 am-Noon
A spring vacation fun, free arts and crafts program with Michele Brooks for ages 5-12. Please register at the circulation desk.
Adult Book Discussion
Thursday, April 19, 1:30 - 2:30 pm
We will be discussing A Piece of the World by Christina Baker Kline. Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk. Refreshments will be served and newcomers are always welcome.
Understanding Your Credit Report workshop with Patricia Bellfield
Thursday, April 19, 6:30-7:30 pm
Indoor Display Case: Selections from Teens Drawing Workshop Series through April 27
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