February 2018 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 19 for President's Day. Call the branch at 617-323-2343 for more information. Learn more at friendsofroslindalelibrary.org.
***Back By Popular Demand!***
A People's American History Lesson
Saturdays, February 3, 10, 24 & March 3, 10, 17
9:15 AM - 11 AM
We are hosting a special, six-week series of book discussions about Howard Zinn's A People's History of the United States, a sweeping narrative of America's untold stories. The discussion will be led by local educator Clayton Brown and we will not be reading the same chapters read during the last series in October and November. The Friends purchased limited copies of the book, which are available to borrow now from the Roslindale library on a first-come, first-served basis. A full syllabus will be available soon. Please sign up for the series at the circulation desk or call (617) 323-2343.
Imagine and Move
Saturday, February 3, 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Bring your kids to the library for some music and dancing. Snacks will be provided. Ages 2 and up.
Library Renovation Community Meeting
Wednesday, February 7, 6:30 PM
Please join Boston Public library staff, architecture firm Leers Weinzapfel Associates, and the Roslindale Friends at our second community meeting to discuss the Roslindale Branch Library renovation.
Your feedback is an important part of the design process, and we hope to see you at the meeting. Please share this information with your friends and neighbors. Learn more about the renovation process at friendsofroslindalelibrary.org/renovation.
Author Talk with Sam Graham-Felsen
Thursday, February 8, 6:30 PM
We will be joined by Sam Graham-Felsen, Jamaica Plain native, chief blogger for the 2008 Obama campaign, and reporter for The Nation, who will discuss his first novel, Green.
The author will sell and sign copies of his book at the event.
Computer Literacy Drop-In Clinic
Monday, February 5, 10:30 am - 11:30 am
The Friends are offering free basic computer literacy support for those who need help with Microsoft Word, Excel or Powerpoint, email and Internet issues, social media, basic computer hardware and software Issues, and how to download BPL content onto your device. Bring your computer (if you have one) and questions for quick advice!
Teen Art Workshops with Michelle Brooks
Wednesdays, February 7-28, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Exploring Multimedia Drawing. Special Teen Program for students in Grades 6-12. This program is funded through the Fidelity/Pozen Foundation. Supplies are limited. Register at the circulation desk.
Van Gogh's Trees in Brown Ink - February 7
Logo Designs - February 14
Watercolor & Oil Pastel Spring Trees - February 28
Fulani Haynes Jazz Collaborative
Saturday, February 10, 11 am -12 pm
All ages family event in celebration of Black History Month. Refreshments will be served.
Adult Book Discussion
Thursday, February 15, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
We will be discussing Snow Falling on Cedars by David Guterson. Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk. Refreshments will be served and newcomers are always welcome.
February Winter Vacation Children’s Craft: Sports Silhouettes
Wednesday, February 21, 11:00 am - 12 pm
A fun, free arts and crafts program with Michele Brooks for ages 5-12. Please register at the circulation desk.
Rozzie Reads Poetry Open Mic
Thursday, February 22, 7 pm - 9 pm, Roslindale House, 120 Poplar Street
Featured poets: Robert Carr and Mary McCusker
Teens/Adults Singing Workshop
Saturday, February 24, 10 am
Workshop will be led by Maire Clement
Matt Heaton Concert for Children
Saturday, February 24, 12:30 pm
Indoor Display Case: Friends Yarn and Craft Sale Display
Weekly Children's Programming
Preschool Movies
Mondays, 10:30 am
Chess Club
Mondays, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Toddler Time
Tuesdays, 10:30 am
Library Creative Drama
Tuesdays, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
LEGO Club
Thursdays, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Homework Assistance
Mondays - Thursdays
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Weekly Adult Programming
English Conversation Group
Thursdays, 6 pm - 7:30 pm
Spanish Conversation Group
Saturdays, 11 am - 12 pm
Coming Soon!
Yarn and Craft
Book Sale
March 1-3
Queen Sugar
Book Discussion
March 10
Language Matters
March 29
Yarn Sale Donations!
The annual yarn and craft book sale will be held March 1-3. Donations of yarn (including partial skeins), craft books, patterns, and accessories are welcome at the library now. For more information, go to the yarn sale's webpage.
Coming in March: Tech Goes Home
Laptop computer classes Mondays and Wednesdays, March 5 - 28, from 12 pm – 2 pm, with an optional make-up session for participants on Tuesday, March 27. Registration is required. Contact the library for more information.
Race and Inclusion Book Reviews
Friends Vice President Lauren Peter wrote a review of Ta-Nehisi Coates latest book, We Were Eight Years In Power, and race and inclusion committee member Linda Stern wrote annotations and reviews of books by Jesmyn Ward and Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor.
Read a Book, Suggest a Book, Review a Book
We maintain a wide variety of topical books in our race and inclusion mega reading list for adults, teens/young adults, and children. We also welcome any book suggestions, especially ones for teens and children, to add to this mega list, which is mostly comprised of titles recommended by community members like you! This book list is meant to be a community resource that encourages thoughtful conversation, education, and respect for diversity. Also, if you read any of the books listed and want to write a review, let us know. We will consider review submissions for publication in our newsletter and website. Send your book suggestions and reviews to [email protected].
Volunteers Wanted
We are looking for volunteers for a number of Friends' and library programming, including 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].
Books of the Month
Each month we feature themed booklists grouped for adults, teenagers/young adults, and children, and can be borrowed from the Roslindale Library!
Books about Black History
February is Black History Month. This is a booklist featuring books by prominent black authors and/or books about the African-American experience.
Books Turned Into Movies
Some of the best movies lately are book adaptations. Here is a list of books turned movies.
Words of Wisdom
The best art is political and you ought to be able to make it unquestionably political and irrevocably beautiful at the same time. - Toni Morrison
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 donating, 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!
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