February 2017 Library News & Events

All programs take place at the Roslindale Branch Library and are free of charge unless noted otherwise.  The library will be closed on Monday, February 20 in honor of President’s Day.  Call the branch at 617-323-2343 for more information.  Learn more at friendsofroslindalelibrary.org.

Nonviolent Intervention Workshop
Thursday, February 9, 6 pm

Speakers:

Dr. Atyia Martin, Boston’s Chief Resilience Officer

Freddie Velez, Deputy Director, Youth Options Unlimited

Melanie Roche-Laputka, Dean of Citizenship, City on the Hill

Do you know how to handle nonviolent interventions in tense settings? Would you like to know how to be a good neighbor and ally in a situation where an individual is being harassed or feels uncomfortable? Interested in learning when to intervene and when to call the police or someone else for assistance? Join us to discuss these issues in a friendly, nonjudgmental atmosphere.

For more information on this and other upcoming events: friendsofroslindalelibrary.org/inclusion

Rozzie Reads Poetry Discussion
Tuesday, February 7, 7 pm, Roslindale House
We will continue discussing the work of Jack Gilbert.

Family Game Day
Saturday, February 11, 11 am
Join us for a fun day for the whole family.  Board and card games, food, drinks and good times will be provided.

Adult Book Discussion
Thursday, February 16, 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
We will be reading Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery. Refreshments will be provided and newcomers are always welcome.

Rozzie Reads Poetry Open Mic
Thursday, February 16, 7 pm, Roslindale House
Kevin Bowen and Marth Collins will be the featured poets.

Introducción a Computadoras en Español
Introduction to Computers in Spanish
Wednesdays & Fridays, Through February 17, 10:30am -12pm
Aprenda la alfabetización básica en computación enseñada en español los miércoles y viernes.  Esta clase es gratis.  Por favor regístrese en el mostrador de circulación o llame al 617-323-2343.  Learn basic computer literacy taught in Spanish.  Please register at the circulation desk or call 617-323-2343.

February Vacation Art Workshop “MLK Inspired Peace and Unity Collage” with Michele Brooks
Tuesday, February 21, 3 pm – 4 pm
Appropriate for ages 5-12.  Register at the circulation desk.

Film Screening: Merchants of Doubt
Saturday, February 25, 6:30 pm, Roslindale Congregational Church
The film about climate change followed by a Q&A will be co-hosted by City Council President Michelle Wu, the Roslindale Affinity Group, and GreeningRozzie.  Co-sponsored by the Friends.

Reserve Now: Fiber Arts-Eliot School
March and April. Fridays 3:45 pm – 4:45 pm
For children ages 7-12. The Eliot School fiber arts program teaches students the basics of working with wool, cotton, thread, yarn, felt, and more. Projects may include rugs, potholders, ornaments, or simple keepsakes made through weaving, sewing, tying, or gluing. Students learn about history, different cultures, and creativity before making the projects. This program will run for 7 weeks and has limited seating. To reserve a spot, please contact the Roslindale Branch at 617.323.2343.

Please note: All children’s programming and homework assistance are canceled during winter school vacation week February 20-23.

Regular Children’s Programming

Preschool Movies
Mondays, 10:30 am

Toddler Time
Tuesdays, 10:30 am

Library Creative Drama
Tuesdays, 4 pm

Homework Assistance
Mondays – Thursdays, 3:30pm – 5:30pm

LEGO Club
Thursdays, 4pm-5pm

Regular Adult Programming

English Conversation Group
Thursdays, 6 pm

Spanish Conversation Group
Saturdays, 11 am

Coming Soon!

Yarn & Craft Book Sale
March 2-4

Reading Readiness for Kids
March 10

Adult Memoir Writing
March – April

#ROSLove Bingo!
Show your love for Roslindale by supporting local businesses and organizations.  RVMS is running a neighborhood-wide bingo game in February where residents can visit local businesses in Roslindale and check off squares (or take a photo if playing along digitally) as you complete the actions. Post photos of your progress on social media to connect with friends and neighbors and spread the word about your favorite Roslindale shops and restaurants.   One of the squares says “Visit Your Local Library.”  Post photos of yourself at the Roslindale Library borrowing a book or buying a book from the Friends’ “Daily Sales” shelves!

Once you get Bingo, send RVMS a photo or drop it off at their office or the Winter Farmers Market for the chance to win prizes.  Post photos using the hashtags: #ROSLove and #ROSBingo and tag them to be featured and for the chance to win additional prizes!  For more information: roslindale.net/roslove-bingo

BPL president visits Roslindale Library! 
Last month BPL President David Leonard and Clerk of the BPL Trustees Pamela Carver visited Roslindale Library to meet with the Friends about the current state of our library and future renovation plans.  We were very impressed with Mr. Leonard’s ambitions for all branch libraries and we look forward to working with him and his staff during the renovation process.  To learn more about the renovation project, go to friendsofroslindalelibrary.org/renovation.

Volunteers Wanted
If you love Roslindale Library, why not volunteer with us!  We are looking for volunteers for a number of Friends’ and library programming, including staff and sorters for our upcoming yarn and book sales,  and new members for our decoration, renovation, and race and inclusion committees.  Please view the job descriptions on VolunteerMatch.  If you are interested in any of the positions, contact us at [email protected].

Volunteer with the Boston Debate League!
Occasionally, we will share information about organizations we partner with, including the Boston Debate League (BDL). Please consider being a volunteer judge with BDL, where you will be able to support Boston Public School students as they build and develop their critical thinking skills through the activity of debate. The Boston Debate League supports 20 high schools and 16 middle schools with a goal of expanding to a total of 75 schools by 2021. To sustain the program and continue its expansion into more schools, the Boston Debate League needs volunteers. If you can spend time serving as a debate judge, follow the link to sign up today. Contact Vernee Wilkinson [email protected] with any questions.

We want your yarn!
The Friends are accepting donations for our annual yarn and craft book sale, which will take place the first weekend in March.  Drop off yarn, needles, fabric, project and tote bags, craft books and other crafting accessories at the library during business hours.  This year’s keynote speaker will be Diane Ivey of Lady Dye Yarns.  Please visit the yarn sale’s web page for more information.

Books of the Month
Each month we feature themed book lists grouped for adults, teenagers/young adults, and children, and can be borrowed from the Roslindale Library!

Books about African-American “Firsts”
In honor of black history month, we have compiled a list of books celebrating first achievements by African Americans that have led to major cultural shifts.

Books about Love and Friendship
Valentine’s Day is the one time of the year to show your love and compassion for people in your life you most care about.  Check out this list that celebrates both romantic and platonic relationships!

What do you love to read?
Many of you are also book lovers! Did you read a book that you would like Roslindale to know about? Tell us about it!  It can be any fiction or nonfiction book for any age group.  We might include it in a future book list.  Email your recommendations to [email protected].

Words of Wisdom

Love does not begin and end the way we seem to think it does. Love is a battle, love is a war; love is a growing up. – James Baldwin

Support the Friends
All the work we do for library programming, publicity, and building improvements is done with support from the community. There are many ways to support the Friends, like making a donation, becoming a Friends member and even shopping on Amazon!

Contact the Friends!
For information about the Friends, contact us.  We also share information about upcoming events, photos from past events and other library news on Facebook and on our blog!