Evening Book Group
Meeting RoomPlease join us as we discuss The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind by William Kamkwamba. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.
Please join us as we discuss The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind by William Kamkwamba. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.
Please join us as we discuss Miracle Creek by Angie Kim. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book can be picked up at the Circulation Desk. Please email Sarah at scognata@georgetownpl.org if you would like the access to the Zoom meeting.
Learn why using goats for poison ivy and weed removal is an affordable, and fun, option to assist with your yard and community park spring clean-up. A local farm will share how it is done, and why its successful so you can explore this environmentally-friendly approach to using herbicides/pesticides or other chemical treatments. Goats To […]
Learn why using goats for poison ivy and weed removal is an affordable, and fun, option to assist with your yard and community park spring clean-up. A local farm will share how it is done, and why its successful so you can explore this environmentally-friendly approach to using herbicides/pesticides or other chemical treatments. Goats To […]
We'll have a virtual meeting that will allow members to share their favorite books of the last several weeks, and/or to share a favorite that they have re-read recently to offer comfort during our sheltering in place days. Questions? Need the Zoom Link? Please email Sarah at scognata@georgetownpl.org
We’ll have a virtual meeting that will allow members to share their favorite books of the last several weeks, and/or to share a favorite that they have re-read recently to offer comfort during our sheltering in place days. Questions? Need the Zoom Link? Please email Sarah at scognata@georgetownpl.org
Please join us on Zoom as we discuss Operation Mincemeat by Ben Macintyre. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book can be placed on hold here: https://mvlc.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/georgetown/search/results?qu=operation%20mincemeat&te= Want to download an ebook or audiobook copy? You have some options with your MVLC library card: https://bpl.overdrive.com/bpl-visitor/content/search?query=operation+mincemeat https://clamsnet.overdrive.com/clamsnet-visitor/content/search?query=operation+mincemeat https://cwmars.overdrive.com/cwmars-visitor/content/search?query=operation+mincemeat https://minuteman.overdrive.com/minuteman-visitor/content/search?query=operation+mincemeat https://noble.overdrive.com/noble-visitor/content/search?query=operation+mincemeat Need the Zoom link? […]
Please join us on Zoom as we discuss When All Is Said by Anne Griffin. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book can be placed on hold here: https://mvlc.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/georgetown1/search/results?qu=when%20all%20is%20said&te= Want to download an ebook or audiobook copy? You have some options with your MVLC library card: https://mvlc.overdrive.com/search?query=all+is+said https://bpl.overdrive.com/bpl-visitor/content/search?query=when+all+is+said https://sails.overdrive.com/sails-visitor/content/search?query=when+all+is+said Need the Zoom link? Contact […]
Please join us on Zoom as we discuss Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law by Haben Girma. New members are always welcome! Place hold on physical copy (regular print, audiobook available): https://mvlc.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/georgetown1/search/results?qu=haben&te= Want to download an ebook or audiobook copy? You have some options with your MVLC library card: https://mvlc.overdrive.com/search?query=haben https://bpl.overdrive.com/bpl-visitor/content/search?query=haben https://minuteman.overdrive.com/minuteman-visitor/content/search?query=haben https://clamsnet.overdrive.com/clamsnet-visitor/content/search?query=haben Need […]
Bestselling author Susan Mallery will discuss her latest book, The Vineyard At Painted Moon, in this Zoom webinar. How To Register: Register directly on Zoom HERE. How To Buy A Copy Of The Book: Autographed copies of The Vineyard At Painted Moon will be available for sale before and during the event from our bookstore partner -- Wellesley Books. Click HERE to order. 10% of […]
Please join us on Zoom as we discuss The Flatshare by Beth O'Leary. New members are always welcome! Place hold on physical copy (regular print, audiobook, large print available): https://mvlc.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/georgetown1/search/results?qu=the%20flatshare&te= Want to download an ebook or audiobook copy? You have some options with your MVLC library card: https://mvlc.overdrive.com/search?query=the+flatshare https://clamsnet.overdrive.com/clamsnet-visitor/content/search?query=the+flatshare https://minuteman.overdrive.com/minuteman-visitor/content/media/4414767 https://ocln.overdrive.com/ocln-visitor/content/search?query=the+flatshare https://cwmars.overdrive.com/cwmars-visitor/content/media/4414767 https://bpl.overdrive.com/bpl-visitor/content/search?query=the+flatshare Need the […]
Please join us on Zoom as we discuss A Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell. New members are always welcome! Need the Zoom link? Contact Sarah at scognata@georgetownpl.org Place hold on physical copy (regular print, audiobook, large print available): https://mvlc.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/georgetown1/search/results?qu=the%20flatshare&te= Want to download an ebook or audiobook copy? You have some options with […]
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** Local author and journalist Dyke Hendrickson will discuss his new book, Merrimack: The Resilient River, An Illustrated Narrative of the Most Historic River in New England, in this Zoom webinar. About The Book: Part […]
Please join us on Zoom as we discuss Mercy House by Alena Dillon. New members are always welcome! Need the Zoom link? Contact Sarah at scognata@georgetownpl.org Place hold on physical copy (regular print, large print, audiobook available): https://mvlc.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/georgetown1/search/results?qu=mercy%20house&te= Want to download an ebook or audiobook copy? You have some options with your MVLC library card: https://mvlc.overdrive.com/media/4715796 https://bpl.overdrive.com/bpl-visitor/content/search?query=Mercy%20House https://cwmars.overdrive.com/cwmars-visitor/content/search?query=mercy+house […]
Bestselling author Mike Lupica will discuss his latest book, Robert B. Parker's Payback, in conversation with bestselling author James Patterson, in this Zoom webinar. How To Register: Register directly on Zoom HERE. How To Buy A Copy Of The Book: For those interested in purchasing an autographed copy of Robert B. Parker's Payback, visit this ordering page from our bookstore […]
Please join us on Zoom as we discuss Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay and a Mother's Will to Survive by Stephanie Land. New members are always welcome! Need the Zoom link? Contact Sarah at scognata@georgetownpl.org Place hold on physical copy (regular print, large print, audiobook available): https://mvlc.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/georgetown1/search/results?qu=maid&te= Want to download an ebook or audiobook copy? You […]
Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause memory, thinking and behavior problems that interfere with daily living. The Alzheimer’s Association® developed the new 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s education program to help people recognize common signs of the disease and know what to watch for in themselves and others. This one-hour program will discuss: Explores typical age-related […]
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** Join bestselling authors Tess Gerritsen and Gary Braver for a discussion of their new suspenseful thriller, Choose Me, in conversation with bestselling author B.A. Shapiro. International bestselling author Tess Gerritsen took […]
Please join us in the library's garden for a reading and book signing of The Ocean in Winter, Georgetown local Elizabeth de Veer's debut novel. About The Ocean in Winter: The lives of the three Emery sisters were changed forever when Alex, eleven at the time, found their mother drowned in the bathtub of their […]
Please join us as we discuss The Guest List by Lucy Foley. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.
Please join us as we discuss All Blood Runs Red by Phil Keith. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.
Join us for a relaxing yoga program where you can learn about crystals and how to work with them! If you have a yoga mat please bring it with you! Registration required!
Please join us as we discuss My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry by Frederik Backman. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.
Make your own vision board and learn how they can help you from Anna Finkelstein! Anna Finkelstein is a wellness coach and yoga trainer. All supplies povided. Registration required.
Author and artist Barry Van Dusen was recently recognized by the Massachusetts Center for the Book as one of Massachusetts's must-read authors of the year. Join Van Dusen for a presentation on his latest book, "Finding Sanctuary: An Artist Explores the Nature of Mass Audubon," via Zoom. About The Book: Over the course of four-and-a-half […]
Please join us as we discuss Nomadland: Surviving America in the Twenty-First Century by Jessica Bruder. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book can be picked up at the Circulation Desk
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** Explore how Christmas has historically been celebrated in the Emerald Isle and how it is celebrated by many today. The presentation will incorporate recorded music and video to create a […]
Please join us as we discuss Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book can be picked up at the Circulation Desk. Please contact Sarah at scognata@georgetownpl.org to receive the Zoom link.
Please join us as we discuss The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles. This book discussion takes place at the Georgetown Senior Center, 51 North Street. Copies of the book are available at the library's Circulation Desk. New members are always welcome. Questions? Please contact Sarah at scognata@georgetownpl.org
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** Award-winning nature photographer Peter Christoph presents a narrated slideshow of his favorite bird photographs all taken right here in Massachusetts where he lives. His program is both entertaining and informative […]
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** In our over-scheduled, over-connected, over-achieving world, we’ve bought the lie they’ve sold us that “we can do it all”. They've convinced us that we need to do more, have more […]
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** Attention New England Patriots fans! Join Patriots Hall of Fame staff for a live virtual tour of the Hall of Fame. Get an inside look at some of their unique […]
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** Enjoy a delightful culinary tour of the UK inspired by “The Great British Baking Show” television series, aired on PBS. Learn about making a proper cup of tea, regional specialties, […]
Please join us as we discuss You're Not Listening by Kate Murphy. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book can be picked up at the Circulation Desk
Please join us as we discuss The Children's Blizzard by Melanie Benjamin. This book discussion takes place at the Georgetown Senior Center, 51 North Street. Copies of the book are available at the library's Circulation Desk. New members are always welcome. Questions? Please contact Sarah at scognata@georgetownpl.org
Credit cards offer convenience and can be a huge help to building a credit profile, but they can also be a source of misuse. This workshop, geared towards 17 to 30 year-olds, provides insights on how to manage credit cards, their hidden costs, and tips to avoid credit card traps. Learn about credit reports and […]
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** WBZ Chief Meteorologist Eric Fisher will discuss his new book, Mighty Storms of New England: The Hurricanes, Tornadoes, Blizzards, and Floods that Shaped the Region, via Zoom. The New England landscape has […]
Please join us as we discuss The Windsor Knot by SJ Bennett. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** Join us for a fun evening with the Museum of Bad Art of Boston. MOBA is the world's only museum dedicated to preserving a collection , exhibiting and celebrating bad […]
Paying your bills should be a top financial priority for everyone. Of course, most of us also want some extra money for a major purchase, dream of owning a home or want to retire comfortably. This workshop, geared towards 17 to 30 year-olds, will help you learn how to budget your money and start building […]
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** St. Patrick is the most famous person associated with Ireland. The patron saint of the country, St. Patrick is recognized as having played a major role in the Christianization of […]
Please join us as we discuss Lady Clementine by Marie Benedict. This book discussion takes place at the Georgetown Senior Center, 51 North Street. Copies of the book are available at the library’s Circulation Desk. New members are always welcome. Questions? Please contact Sarah at scognata@georgetownpl.org
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** Author Zachary Lamothe will discuss his new book, Classic Restaurants of Boston, on Zoom. The story of Boston is inextricably linked to food, hence its nickname Beantown. Given the city's geography, […]
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** Join Kristen Weiss, Cape Ann Site Manager at Historic New England, for a virtual adventure. With 38 historic properties and 1,284 acres of landscapes, farms and gardens in five New […]
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** Author Neal Thompson will discuss his new book, The First Kennedys: The Humble Roots of an American Dynasty, on Zoom. Explore the inspiring story of the poor Irish refugee couple who […]
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** Looking for a way to brighten your yard and mood this winter? Backyard bird feeding is a wonderful way to attract birds to your property, still feel connected to nature […]
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** How did the United States achieve the goal of landing on the moon by 1969? Go behind the scenes of the Kennedy space program with photographs and stories from the […]
When you start a new job, some of your first decisions may be about saving for retirement and choosing health insurance. How much should I put into my retirement account? Which investments should I choose? Which health insurance plan will serve my needs and be affordable? The choices can be daunting. Join us for a […]
Please join us as we discuss The Premonition by Michael Lewis. New members are always welcome! Copies of the book can be picked up at the Circulation Desk.
Life as an independent adult can feel complicated and overwhelming. How can you be ready for the challenges ahead? This workshop, geared towards 17 to 30 year-olds, will help you organize and prepare for your adult life! Presented by Jennifer Bethel, a Professor of Finance at Babson College and the Faculty Director of the Babson […]
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Meeting via email.** Many girls and women dream of careers in science, technology, engineering and math. Those dreams have come true for some at NASA. Hidden Figures is a 2016 Oscar nominated movie about three […]
Please join us as we discuss The Kitchen Front by Jennifer Ryan. This book discussion takes place at the Georgetown Senior Center, 51 North Street. Copies of the book are available at the library's Circulation Desk one month prior to our meeting. New members are always welcome. Come once or as many times as you wish! […]
Everyone is noticing and talking about skyrocketing grocery prices. Join us for this informative and engaging workshop where we will learn strategies to slash our grocery bill while eating nutritiously. Get ready to feel energized with healthy nutrient rich foods and saving money! Specific action strategies, interactive game questions and recipe resources will be included. […]