Tails & Tales
Summer Reading Program

When you register for the summer reading program, you will receive a special reading packet with all the information on how to participate. To register please go to https://www.yarmouthlibraries.org/youth-services/ where you will find the link to sign up. Reading every day is the key to knowledge and learning. The Summer Reading Program is designed to help you succeed, have fun and win a few prizes, when you participate. We have many animal activities planned and you won’t want to miss a single one!

Sponsored by the Yarmouth Town Libraries, the South Yarmouth and West Yarmouth Library Associations, the Massachusetts Library System, Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, and the Boston Bruins.

Outdoor Storytime with Ms. Mindy

Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m.
West Yarmouth Library on the lawn
Join us for stories, songs, silly games and more! Weather permitting. For ages birth to 8 years old and their caregivers. Bring a blanket or mat for your comfort.

Musical Discoveries is back!

Ms. Rachel is back on Thursdays, at 5:00 p.m., through August 19 at the West Yarmouth Library on the lawn. Appropriate for ages birth to 8 years old and their caregivers. Bring a blanket or mat for your comfort. Weather permitting. 

Take & Make Kits
for 'Tweens and Teens

Pick-up locations at South Yarmouth Library and West Yarmouth Library from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Please register on the Library’s calendar of events. Supplies are limited. These kits are designated for ages 12-18 years old.

    July 21      Fairy Lights Paper Lantern
    July 28      Polymer Clay Animals
  August 4      Stress Ball
August 11     Up-cycled Paperback Hedgehog

Field Day Fun

Saturdays at 11:00 a.m., at West Yarmouth Library on the lawn. For all ages. Children under 10 years old need to bring an adult. Weather permitting. Highlights include:

• Hoola Hoops
• Parachute Play
• Inflatable Frog Pond
• Sack Races
• Bubbles
• and More

Mark your calendars:

July 17 Flying High Dogs
July 24 Read to Companion Animals

Book Discussion Group on Zoom

Tuesday, July 27, 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 28, 10:30 a.m.
Join us for either the evening or morning session this month as we discuss Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll. A young girl named Alice falls through a rabbit hole into a subterranean fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures. 
 
Copies of the book are available at both libraries. You can also read the book online or listen to the audiobook on Overdrive/Libby through CLAMS or another consortium in Massachusetts with your CLAMS card. Please email ckaufmann@clamsnet.org or call the library at 508-760-4820 to register to receive a Zoom link or with any questions.
 
If you need Zoom assistance, please call 508-760-4820
X 1315 or email ckaufmann@clamsnet.org to set up a troubleshooting session or if you need any other assistance.

South Yarmouth Art Work Display
Sharon Merton

Sharon is a self-taught artist. Her work is very diverse and she paints a variety of subjects and in styles from floral to abstract. She has received numerous awards for her paintings and sculptures. She is an elected member of the Essex Art Association in Connecticut, a member of the Cultural Center of Cape Cod, the Cape Cod Art Association, and the Yarmouth Art Guild.

Museum Passes – Spotlight on
Whydah Pirate Museum

Route 28, West Yarmouth
Explore the lives of pirates in a world-class museum right here in town. Open 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Last entry at 4:00 p.m. Our museum passes, funded by our Library Associations, provide discounted entry to the Whydah Museum. Cape Cod has many cultural destinations for everyone and the libraries can help you enjoy them, some for no charge and others at reduced rates. Start your search here: https://www.yarmouthlibraries.org/museum-passes/. Enjoy!