June 2016 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.
Creatively Senior with Michele Brooks
Wednesday, June 1, 11AM
Shell Decorative Plates in Clay. Newcomers welcomed.
Basic Computer Training
Fridays, June 3 and 10, 10-11:30AM
Registration required. Call the library.
E.B. Lewis Library Visit
Monday, June 6, 4PM
Join us for a very special visit from children’s illustrator E.B. Lewis. His most recent publication is First Steps: How One Girl Put Segregation on Trial, which is an informational picture book about school integration in Boston. Limited seating is available.
Grades 2-3 Reading Circle with Danqing Xiao
Monday, June 6 & 13 4:30PM-5:45PM
Shared Inquiry discussion using Junior Great Books (series 3 Book 2) on Gratitude, Courage and Cleverness.
Rozzie Reads Poetry Book Discussion
Tuesday, June 7, 7PM, Roslindale House
We will have a discussion group on Natasha Tretheway’s book, Native Guard.
Vascular Health
Wednesday, June 8, 10:30AM
Painful Varicose Veins? Join Dr. Noah Rosen for a presentation with a free visual screening following. An information session for those suffering with Varicose Veins, Spider Veins, itching and burning, skin discoloration, ulcers and blood clots, difficulty walking long distances, heaviness and swelling. For more information: www.USAVeinClinics.com
Free Concert with Bird Mancini
Thursday, June 9, 6:30PM
A power duo/band, two lead singers, guitar, accordion, harmonica, melodica, bass, drums with intriguing songs fusing rock and jazzy blues with a pop edge. For more information: www.birdmancini.com
Adult Book Discussion
Thursday, June 16, 1:30PM-2:30PM
We will be reading All the Stars in the Heavens by Adriana Trigiani. Books are available at the circulation desk. Newcomers are welcome and refreshments will be served.
Third Thursday Reading Series
Thursday, June 16, 6PM-7:30PM
Theater group Office of War Information will read a selection of plays. For more information: officeofwarinformation.com
Family Safe Seminar
Saturday, June 18, 10:30AM-11:30AM
Develop awareness and good judgment and communication skills in children to help them identify and react to potential dangers, for example, when lost or separated; talking to strangers or being picked up by someone other than a family member. The program includes safe and fun role playing exercises to practice these skills! This is a family interactive class so at least one parent must attend per family. This program is provided by Body Mind Systems® Martial Arts Center www.BodyMindSystemsystems.com
Please call 617-327-5100 or email [email protected] to register.
See the Reptiles!
Monday, June 27, 3:30PM
A visit with reptiles from the Museum of Science for parents and children ages 6 and up.
Summer Reading Club
Tuesday, June 28-August 2, 10:30AM
“On Your Mark, Get Set…Read!” Ages six and older will enjoy activities, reading, reporting on books, and crafts. Please call the children’s librarian to register. Children who are not able to attend Tuesday sessions may also participate.
June Library Exhibit
Thursday, June 30, 6-7:45 p.m. Closing reception
This month’s exhibit is sponsored by the Aspergers/Autism Association of New England. For more information: www.AANE.org
Renovation Study Visits
Over the coming year, the Friends will be organizing a series of public presentations and conversations around the upcoming renovation of our library. This includes study visits to other libraries in the Greater Boston area. The following visits are planned for June.
Study visit to East Boston Branch
Saturday, June 11, 10:30AM
365 Breman St., East Boston
If interested in joining this visit, contact Sarah Singer at [email protected].
Study visit to Ames Free Library in Easton
Saturday, June 18, 10:30AM
53 Main St., N Easton, 02356
If you are interested in joining this visit, contact Nicolene Hengen at [email protected].
Get involved with the renovation project!
Community members interested in joining a Library Building Committee to identify short term solutions, plan community education/outreach, and continue to advocate for longer term renovation. People with architecture experience are especially encouraged to join! Please email [email protected].
Regular Children’s Programming
Preschool Movies: Mondays, 10:30AM
Toddler Time: Tuesdays, 10:30AM
Library Creative Drama: June 1, 15 & 22 4-5PM
LEGO Club, Thursdays: 4-5PM
Reading Readiness: Fridays, 10:30AM-11:30AM
Regular Adult Programming
English Conversation Group: Thursdays 6PM and Saturdays 9:30AM
Spanish Conversation Group: Saturdays 11AM
Coming Soon!
Visit our book sales at the
Roslidale Village
Farmers Market
July 23 & August 20
Library Museum Passes!
Looking to do something fun and educational with your family this summer? The Friends sponsors the library’s museum passes, available to any library cardholder. Reserve all passes in advance for a particular day. Plastic returnable passes are checked out like books and must be returned to the library after your visit. To get passes, contact the circulation desk at the library or go to bpl.org.
Children’s Museum
One-day paper pass admits 4 people, with half price copay per person
Franklin Park Zoo
One-day paper pass admits 6 people, $9 per adult and $6 per child
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Paper day pass for 4 people, $5 copay
Museum of Fine Arts
One-day paper pass admits 2 people, with $10 copay per person
Museum of Science
One-day paper pass admits 4 people for free, this doesn’t include parking fee
Wheelock Family Theatre
With a library card and calling the theater ahead of time, patrons can get 2 for 1 admission
Boston Harbor Islands
Buy one, get one free for up to 4 people weekdays, May 9 – October 7
DCR MassParks
Returnable parking pass for $5
USS Constitution Museum
Returnable pass for 9 people, free admission
Books of the Month
Each month we feature themed book lists grouped for adults, teenagers and children, and can be borrowed from the Roslindale Library!
Books about Caribbean Heritage
June is Caribbean Heritage Month, and to celebrate we are highlighting a list of books that are either about Caribbean culture and history and/or books written by well-known Caribbean authors.
Books about LGBT Pride
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Pride is celebrated this time of the year to honor the Stonewall riots in Manhattan on June 28, 1969, and works to achieve equal justice and opportunity for LGBT Americans. This list of books are either about the LGBT experience and/or written by renowned LGBT authors.
Get Social with the Friends!
We also share information about upcoming events, photos from past events and other library news on Facebook and in our blog!
Quote of the Month:
If one cannot enjoy reading a book over and over again, there is no use in reading it at all. – Oscar Wilde
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!
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