Learn how to make your own holiday Boxwood centerpiece using your choice of velvet bows, gold balls, berries, natural gypsophila and fresh boxwood. You will create a centerpiece that will last for months afterward!
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Georgetown Peabody Library.
LIMITED TO 15 PEOPLE. Registration required. Register below:
This program is now full. Please call the Library at 978-352-5728 ext. 1 to be put on the waitlist.
Join Kenneth Gloss, internationally known rare book specialist and appraiser who runs the Brattle Book Shop in Boston, on Monday, November 18 at 6PM for a talk about the “improbable finds” of his decades-long career and discuss the value of old and rare books.
There is also a Q&A session at the conclusion of his talk. Following the talk and question-and-answer session, Ken will give free verbal appraisals of books participants have on hand or will do so at his shop in Boston at a later scheduled date.
Registration is highly recommended for this event. Please register below:
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Join registered dietitian Heidi McIndoo on Monday, November 18 at 7PM via Zoom to make mini pumpkin pie tartlets. The holidays are bearing down on us and coming up with new and nutritious options (really, is that even a thing?!?!) can be challenging. This virtual baking demo will be a sweet treat for the holidays that won’t sabotage your healthy eating goals.
Register directly on Zoom HERE. This virtual event is a collaboration between several libraries.
RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program.
Heidi Reichenberger McIndoo, M.S., R.D., L.D.N. is a nutrition consultant, spokesperson, author and freelance writer with 25 years experience as a registered dietitian. She loves helping people realize that eating nutritiously doesn’t have to mean sacrificing flavor and pleasure. And, that giving up favorite foods is not a must.
Enjoy making a craft while socializing with other adults! This craft is on Saturday, November 9 from 10:30AM to 12PM. Attendees will be making string art cards!
All craft supplies provided. Led by longtime crafter Rachelle Toth.
Registration is required. The class is limited to 25 seats. Sponsored by the Friends of the Georgetown Peabody Library.
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On Saturday, November 2 at 10AM, come meet some local authors! Authors will talk about and sell their books during this event. Hosted by the Friends of the Georgetown Peabody Library. Refreshments will be served.
More information about the authors can be found below:
This class is perfect for those looking to improve flexibility, balance, and strength while staying seated or using a chair for support. Whether you’re new to yoga or looking for a low-impact way to stay active, this class offers a welcoming environment for all fitness levels. Discover the benefits of Chair Yoga and enhance your overall health and well-being in a fun, supportive environment.
Who: Open to all ages and abilities. Chairs are provided, yoga mats are not needed.
When: Tuesdays at 12PM. 4-Week Series: 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, & 11/19
Sponsored by the Friends of the Georgetown Peabody Library. Taught by Maggie Bresnihan with www.yogatofarms.com Questions? Email yogatofarms@gmail.com
Registration Recommended; Drop-ins Welcome. Register below:
Calling all caffeine fiends! Join Rob Fitzgibbon on Saturday, October 26 at 10AM as he teaches the art of coffee cupping; the practice of observing the taste and aroma of brewed coffee. Sample and savor various, freshly brewed roasts and learn how and why body, flavor, and aftertaste differ by coffee-growing region.
Registration is required for this event. LIMIT OF 12 PEOPLE. Register below:
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This program on Thursday, October 17 at 7PM via Zoom will explore the importance of bat conservation, the impact of declining bat populations, and the efforts underway by MassWildlife to protect these remarkable mammals. Throughout the program learn about some myths and facts about bats, while gaining a deeper understanding of why bats matter and how we can contribute to their preservation.
This program is presented by Jennifer Longsdorf, the Bat Conservation Program Coordinator for MassWildlife.
Register directly on Zoom HERE. This virtual event is a collaboration between several libraries.
RECORDING NOTE: The program will be recorded. A link to the recording will be shared with everyone who registers and will be available for 2 weeks after the program.
Join Sarah Robertson-Barnes on Monday, October 7 at 7PM via Zoom for suggestions on how to lower your ecological footprint this holiday season. This is a great discussion for whether you have kids of your own, kids in your life, or love being a kid yourself during the holidays!
Embracing the rhythms of winter is key to creating eco-conscious holiday traditions. Rather than getting carried away by the holiday rush, use this time as an opportunity to create the kind of holiday season you truly want – one focused on the magic of family and togetherness instead of stuff. A low waste holiday season is possible.
Sarah Robertson-Barnes, founder of the Sustainable in the Suburbs blog, is a freelance writer, educator, and consultant. She lives with her husband, two kids, and rescue dog outside of Toronto, Ontario. Sustainable in the Suburbs is a resource for living low waste with kids in a culture of convenience.
Register directly on Zoom HERE. This virtual event is a collaboration between several libraries.
On Tuesday, August 12 at 2PM via Zoom, Julia Greene, Municipal Assistance Coordinator from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, will discuss how to cut down on waste and how to recycle correctly. Julia will give practical advice on how you can improve your efforts to reduce, re-use and recycle in your day-to-day life in order to make a positive impact on our environment. Bring your questions as they’ll be time for Q&A too.
Register directly on Zoom HERE. This virtual event is a collaboration between several libraries.
RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program.
