Programs this week at the Yarmouth Town Libraries

Story Time West

Friday, September 20, 11:30 a.m.
West Yarmouth Library
For all ages. Children under 8 need to bring an adult. Stories, songs and more!

Musical Discoveries

Saturday, September 21, 10:30 a.m.
South Yarmouth Library
A musical experience for the whole family! Appropriate for infants to 5-year-old children and their caregivers. FREE classes incorporate singing, small and large motor movement, instruments and fun. Funded by the South Yarmouth Library Association.

Celebrate National Dance Day
at our Dance Party

Saturday, September 21, 1:30 p.m.
South Yarmouth Library
National Dance Day was established in 2010 by American Dance Movement co-founder, Nigel Lythgoe, and Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, as an annual celebration that encourages Americans of all ages to incorporate dance into their lives. American Dance Movement aims to educate the public about dance and its many benefits, to make dance accessible and inclusive to everyone.

This program is for all ages. Children under 8 need to bring an adult. No registration is necessary. Dressing up is encouraged! To learn more about this community-based initiative, visit:
http://americandancemovement.org/national-dance-day/

Preschool Story Time

Tuesday, September 24, 10:30 a.m.
South Yarmouth Library
For ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Join us for stories, songs, art and playtime.

South Yarmouth Library
Book Discussion Group
The Map Thief by Michael Blanding

Tuesday, September 24, 3:00 p.m.
South Yarmouth Library
Once considered a respectable antiquarian map dealer, E. Forbes Smiley spent years doubling as a map thief — until he was finally arrested slipping maps out of books from a library at Yale University. Copies of The Map Thief are at the South Yarmouth Library for borrowing. Future meeting dates: October 22 and November 19.

Climate Preparedness Week September 24-30

This week is dedicated to learning, service, and actions that better prepare our communities for extreme weather events. To learn more visit https://www.climatecrew.org/prep_week
To highlight the importance of preparedness, the library is offering programs of interest for adults and children.

Preparing For Climate Impact:
With Karl Von Hone,
Yarmouth Natural Resources

Wednesday, September 25, 11:00 a.m.
South Yarmouth Library
A discussion about the effects that climate change will have on Yarmouth and its beaches with Karl von Hone, Director of the Yarmouth Department of Natural Resources. Open to all - no reservations needed.

Game Night: Pokémon

Wednesday, Sept 25, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
South Yarmouth Library
Bring your cards. Play with your friends. Trade and learn new tricks! No registration is necessary. For all ages, children under 8 need to bring an adult.

Mark Forest Office Hours:

Thursday, September 26, 9:00 a.m
South Yarmouth Library
Yarmouth Selectman Mark Forest will hold office hours at the South Yarmouth Library on Thursday morning, September 26. If you can’t make it, feel free to email Mr. Forest at: mark.r.forest@comcast.net.

Baby Story Time

Thursday, September 26, 10:30 a.m.
South Yarmouth Library
For infants to 3-year-olds and their caregivers. Join us for stories, songs, early literacy activities and playtime.

Save the Date:

Climate Awareness Week
Let’s Get Ready: Emergency Planning for Kids
Saturday, September 28, 11:00 a.m.
South Yarmouth Library
For children in grades K-3 and their caregivers.
This program is a fun way to teach children how to prepare for emergencies and discuss preparedness with their families. Presented by Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment. No registration is necessary.