Art in Bloom Mini Masterpieces
Open House Artists Reception

Saturday, April 2, from 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Please stop by to see original miniature masterpiece paintings by artists of all ages inspired by nature. Light refreshments will be served in the gazebo, while supplies last. This exhibit will be displayed through the month of April.

April is National Poetry Month

For inspiration, check out some poetry books from our extensive collections. You can also pick up a brochure from the Children's Room featuring titles and other resources while you are here.

National Unicorn Day
Outdoor Storytime

Saturday, April 9, at 11:00 a.m. 
Join us at the South Yarmouth Library in the gazebo for stories, songs, and free play. Feel free to bring or wear any unicorn-themed items to share the magic. This event is for all ages. Weather permitting.

Spring Break for Teens:
Paint Chip Poetry

Friday, April 15, through Saturday, April 23
Stop in to the South Yarmouth Library Teen Room. The Library will provide materials and instructions for colorful poetic inspiration. Create your own poems and share with us for display and on our social media. We will reward each poet with a free candy treat for each poem shared.

Spring Break for All Ages:
Found Poetry

Friday, April 15, through Saturday, April 23
Stop by the South Yarmouth Library or the West Yarmouth Library "Creation Station." Materials will be available to create original poems. Share with us for display and on our social media. Candy reward for each poem you share.

Town Library Board April Meeting

Thursday, April 21, 5:30 p.m.
The Town Library Board will meet via Zoom on Thursday, April 21, starting at 5:30 p.m. and the Library Study Committee will meet via Zoom on Tuesday, May 3, starting at 5:30 p.m. For more information and to get a Zoom link to either meeting, contact Library Director Jane Cain at jcain@clamsnet.org or call the library at 508-760-4820. 

The Library will be closed on
Sunday, April 17, for Easter,
and on Monday, April 18,
 for Patriots Day.
We will open our usual hours on Tuesday, April 19.

Earth Day Outdoor Storytime

Saturday, April 23, at 11:00 a.m.
West Yarmouth Library on the lawn
Join us as we share stories, songs, and free play. After storytime, stop in to the Children’s Room to create “Litter Critters” using our supply of recyclables. For all ages. Weather permitting.

Book Discussion Group on Zoom
The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry

Tuesday, April 26, 2022, 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, April 27, 2022, 10:30 a.m.
Join us for either the evening or morning session this month as we discuss The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry, by Gabrielle Zevin. "A. J. Fikry, the cantankerous owner of Island Books, is despondent after losing his beloved wife and witnessing the ever-declining number of sales at his small, quirky bookstore. In short order, he loses all patience with [his] new sales rep, his prized rare edition of Tamerlane is stolen, and someone leaves a baby at his store. That baby immediately steals A. J.'s heart and unleashes a dramatic transformation." [Booklist]

The Wednesday morning book group will meet in the gazebo outside the South Yarmouth Library and over Zoom, weather permitting.

Copies of the book are available at both libraries. You can also read or listen to the book online 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 help, please call 508-760-4820 to set up a troubleshooting session or if you need any other assistance.

Database Highlight
HOOPLA 

This is a digital media service offered by the Yarmouth Town Libraries that allows you to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics, and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even your TV! Download the hoopla app to your device and sign in with your library card. 

Staff Picks for Young Adults

Animal Ark: Celebrating our Wild World in Poetry and Pictures

A howling wolf, a stalking tiger, a playful panda, a dancing bird…pairing the stunning photography of National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore with the delicate poetry of Newbery award-winning author Kwame Alexander, this lush picture book celebrates the beauty, diversity, and fragility of the animal world. Featuring more than 40 unique animal portraits, the pages invite kids to explore each creature's markings, textures, and attributes in stunning detail, while calling on all of us to help protect each and every one.     J 811.5 ALE

Staff Picks
House of Gucci by Sara G. Forden

This is a true story of murder, madness, glamour, and greed. You will come to know the Gucci House from its founding in Florence through the Tom Ford era, to what it is today. The book covers the very beginning of the brand and its fascinating rise to the top of global markets. The author's research is extensive and it is well worth reading before you see the movie.
Available in CLAMS and Overdrive

Read My Pins:
Stories from a Diplomat's Jewel Box by Madeleine Albright

Part illustrated memoir, part social history, Read My Pins provides an intimate look at Albright's life through the brooches she wore. Her collection is both international and democratic—"dime-store pins share pride of place with designer creations and family heirlooms." Beautiful photographs of her pins and a brief but informative read on the reasons why she chose specific pins for each diplomatic meeting. R.I.P., Madam Secretary.