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Memorial Hall Library

Upcoming Adult Programs

Edward Gorey

Sinister Cozy: The Life & Art of Edward Gorey

Monday, October 28, 2024 - 7:00pm

The works of this prolific American author, illustrator, printmaker, book artist, set & costume designer, and toymaker have profoundly influenced everyone from Maurice Sendak to Neil Gaiman, from Lemony Snicket, to Tim Burton.

Gorey’s self-authored 116 volumes are an...Read more

recipe swap

Cookbook Talk and Recipe Swap

Friday, November 1, 2024 - 11:00am

Come to discuss some of your favorite recipes, discover new recipes loved by your neighbors, and learn about some great cookbooks!

At this program, community members are invited to share the stories behind some of their favorite family recipes....Read more

Tudor England

How to Survive in Tudor England with Toni Mount on Zoom

Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 10:00am

Imagine you were transported back in time to Tudor England and had to start a new life there, without smartphones, internet or social media. Embark on a journey to Tudor England and learn engaging tips and insights for navigating the...Read more

Melodious Zach

Sunday Concert: Motown Hits and History with Melodious Zach

Sunday, November 3, 2024 - 2:30pm

In this one hour concert, Melodious Zach will perform Motown favorites, and entertain you with Motown trivia.

Zach Benton has been performing music professionally since 2004. In 2015, he received the ASCAP Plus award for songwriters and independent recording...Read more

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I Wrote a Book! Now What? A Discussion on Self-Publishing and Promotion

Monday, November 4, 2024 - 7:00pm

Join us in Memorial Hall to hear local author Katie McCarty's experience self-publishing her debut memoir, Infinite Miracles .

Writing a book is a major achievement, but what happens after the words are written? How do you get that...Read more

Job Seekers

50+ Job Seekers Networking Group on Zoom

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 9:30am

The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom.

Register on Zoom.

If you are unemployed and...Read more

Death Cafe

Virtual Death Cafe on Zoom

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 4:00pm

Join other adults, 18 and older, for an afternoon of open, lively, and insightful discussion about death.

Register on Zoom.

While not a support group nor a venue for bereavement, a Death...Read more

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Happiness... At Any Age with the Discovery Center for Civic Engagement

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 7:00pm

Join in with others from your community to explore the value and benefits of happiness.

After building careers and/or raising families, many people at midlife and beyond are asking, “What’s next?” No longer content with simply “retiring,” many want...Read more

Advanced Directives

Advanced Directives: Health Care Proxies and Beyond on Zoom

Thursday, November 7, 2024 - 7:00pm

Join us for a conversation with author Virginia (Gigi) Morris, who has been studying and writing about end-of-life decision making for more than 25 years.

Register on Zoom.

While it’s important for...Read more

board games club

Board Games Club

Sunday, November 10, 2024 - 1:00pm

Drop by the Activity Room to play some games and make some new friends.

Games aren't just for kids. Want to play board games with other adults? Learn a new game, or play an old favorite. Gamers are welcome...Read more

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