Device Advice
Thursday, September 17 from 11:30 – 12;30
Drop-in or Call for an appointment
If you have questions about a new device, or how to access library resources such as Lippy or Hoopla, drop into Device Advice with our Reference Librarian where questions can be answered!
This is a free, drop-in event.
If you cannot make it but would like an appointment, please call 781-982-2139 and ask for the Reference Desk or e-mail abref@ocln.org.
This program is funded by the Friends of the Library
Adult Craft Night
Thursday, September 17 @ 6:30 PM
Join Terry for Adult Craft Night on Thursday September 17th at 6:30 PM. This month’s project is a Diamond Art Key Chain. Pattern choices include butterflies, frogs or sea turtles. Registration is required and preference may be given to Abington residents.
This program is funded by State Aid to Public Libraries.
Access to Books in the Context of Mass Incarceration with Kelly Brotzman
Saturday, September 19 from 10:30—11:30
Join us for a talk by Kelly Brotzman, Executive Director of the Prison Book Program, about the importance of access to books and reading materials for incarcerated individuals. This talk will coincide with “Art from Inside”, an art display that will be available in our display case all through September. “Art from Inside” displays artwork created by incarcerated individuals who have benefitted from the Prison Book Program.
For more information on Ms. Brotzman and the program see our calendar event.
APL Tests Cookbooks: A Book and Food Club
Monday, September 21 from 7:00 – 8:00
Share the name of your recipe, book and page helps, with Linda; you can email it to abadultprogram@ocln.org. We will compile a list of the recipes for reference. Be prepared to discuss informally what you liked or did not like about the recipe.
APL Tests Cookbooks is cooking all things Pioneer Woman AKA Ree Drummond. Our cookbooks are in for you to peruse and choose. Submit your recipe to Linda prior to the meeting so she can compile a list of the recipes. After tasting and socializing we discuss what we did and did not like about the recipe. We are always glad to welcome new cooks!
Library Movie Afternoon
Tuesday, September 22 @ 2:00
Come on in for a free movie at the library! We will have popcorn and comfy seating available. We will be showing the movie “Project Hail Mary”. This title is Rated PG-13.
Board Game Night
Tuesday, September 22 @ 5:30 PM – 7:45 PM
Calling all board game fans! Come join us for a free night of fun. We have strategy games to share, or you can bring your own! Bring a friend, or make a new one! Any questions? Call the library and ask for the Reference Desk or e-mail abref@ocln.org. This program is funded by the Friends of the Library.
Lego Party
Thursday, September 24 @ 6:30
Cast your work and worries aside for an hour and join us for some creative building time. We have Duplo blocks available upon request for our younger friends who might not be Lego-ready yet. Families and family-like groups of ALL ages are welcome to attend. Challenge a neighbor! Bring a friend! Declare a Lego War! (This is not just for children but all children must be accompanied by an adult.)
Comics & Graphic Novel Talk Back Book Club
Thursday, October 1 @ 7:00
Love comics books and chat with fellow fans? Looking to dip your toes into the world of comics and graphic novels? Drop by for a relaxed sit down to discuss anything and everything comics. Join Jonathan to debrief on everyone’s current reads, past reads, and to-be-read lists. Fans of all genres are welcome!
This program is designed for adults and older teens.
No registration required
CONTACT: Jonathan Gillis (781)-982-2139 jgillis@abington.ocln.org
Greetings From Breed’s Hill and Other Stories of Fact and Folklore
Thursday, October 8 @ 7:00
As America commemorates and celebrates its 250 th Anniversary, Ted Reinstein looks back. Way back. Even years before independence was actually achieved, events took place that would shape how the new nation would look back at its founding. Paul Revere’s ride? One of the most momentous nights in U.S. history. And, like any big night, there was a bill. And America’s first expense report. Who knew? (The first bean counters even tried to stiff Revere!.) While many New Englanders pride themselves on knowing the difference between Bunker and Breed’s Hill, few know that the bad blood over this historical inaccuracy continues—meet Jed Breed, thirteenth-generation direct descendant of the Boston farmer whose name should be in the history books, not an answer in “Trivial Pursuit.” Find out why Concord and Lexington are still doing battle—not with the British, but each other. Visit historic Copp’s Hill Burying Ground, and find the one headstone the British used for target practice—and why. All drawn from Ted Reinstein’s nearly three decades of reporting around New England, these stories and more are crafted into a just-under-an-hour talk. If you like history, enjoy learning a story behind the story, or just want a good laugh along with your 250th —“Greetings from Bunker Hill!”
This program is funded by State Aid to Public Libraries.
Registration is not required but encouraged.