VOLUME 2 ISSUE 2 SUMMER 2008 Hanson Public Library 132 Maquan Street 781-293-2151 781-293-6801 fax Hanson Public Library Newsletter Library Foundation Sponsors Author Visits On Saturday, February 9th, The Hanson Public Library Foundation, Inc. sponsored an Italian Literary Luncheon featuring Stephen Puleo, author of The Boston Italians: A Story of Pride, Perseverance, and Paesani, from the Years of the Great Immigration to the Present Day. The eighty six people in attendance were treated to a wonderful afternoon of fine food as well as a compelling talk on the history of the Boston Italians. After his book talk, Stephen Puleo answered questions and signed copies of his books Boston Italians and Dark Tide: The Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919. The luncheon was made possible by the support of our corporate sponsors. Two Hanson businesses, Bernardo’s and The STEPHEN PULEO, AUTHOR Olde Hitching Post, provided the main dishes for the luncheon. Bertucci’s of Hingham, Pacini’s of Whitman, Trader Joe’s of Hanover, and Shaws of Hanson also made generous contributions. NICK CAFARDO, LOCAL AUTHOR , SPORTSWRITER Nick Cafardo, Globe sportswriter and author, addressed an enthusiastic audience at the library on Saturday, April 19th. The event, sponsored by The Hanson Public Library Foundation, Inc., was an entertaining afternoon of anecdotes about the Red Sox, the Patriots, and all things sports in New England. Mr. Cafardo shared his inside knowledge of Boston sports with an engaging lecture and question-and-answer ses- sion. Tales of fielding balls with Dwight Evans; playing golf with Jim Rice and Roger Clemens; and covering the 1986 “fog game” in Cleveland, where players disappeared into the outfield, captivated the crowd. Following the discussion, Mr. Cafardo signed copies of his book, Boston Red Sox: Yesterday and Today. Karla Kelley, was the lucky winner of a collection of Red Sox memorabilia. DID YOU KNOW ? The Hanson Public Library Offers: HANSON PUBLIC LIBRARY FREE COMPUTER CLASSES LIBRARY ON THE GO SUMMER HOURS on the following topics: Book delivery to the homebound. Monday 9 to 5 Beginning Computer Contact Donald, Tuesday 12 to 8 Basic Internet ext.101, or email: Wednesday 9 to 5 Web-based Email [email protected], Library Web Catalog for additional information. Thursday 12 to 8 Online Databases Friday 9 to 5 Downloadable audio books Closed Saturdays July and August Contact Karen, ext.106, or email: [email protected] to schedule an appointment. Join the 2008 Hanson Public Library Summer Reading Program and become a “Wild Reader” Display created by Donald Colon “Wild Reads” is a summer reading program for children and young adults ages 0 to 19 Registration to become a Hanson Public Library summer reader will take place on Saturday, June 14, 2008, between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Activities will include a moon walk, sign ups, and a book bag craft. WEEKLY “WILD READ” PROGRAMS WEE READERS- ages 0 to 3 - Parents and caregivers, along with their infant and toddlers enjoy stories, songs and finger play. Fridays, 9:30 to 10:00 a.m. CRAFT+ STORY- ages 3 to 7- Ms AnnMarie will read stories and together with parents, children will make a craft related to story. Fridays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. WEEKLY READ-a-LONGS- ages 7 to 10 - Young adult and adult volunteers will lead group readings by grade levels on books selected from the Whitman Hanson Regional Schools Summer Reading Lists. Fridays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. ASK WHY ? - Ages 6 to 10- A science and craft workshop. Participants will read stories and conduct related experiments. Thursdays, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. CHRONICLES OF NARNIA BOOK CLUB - All ages who have read or are interested in reading the Chronicles of Narnia. Thursdays, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. SURVIVING SUMMER READING - a reading and WII gaming night for Tweens and Teens. Tweens ages 8 to 12 will meet on Tuesdays , 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Teens ages 13 to 19 will meet on Tuesdays, 6:00 to 7:30 P.M. SUMMER READING SPECIAL PROGRAMS OPENING DAY REGISTRATION- Saturday, June 14, 2008, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Activities will include a moon walk, sign ups, and a book bag craft. PUPPET SHOW- “GET WILD WITH FOREST FOLKTALES” by ROMPER RYNTHM AND PUPPETS- Thursday, June 19, 2008, 3:00 p.m. CREATURE TEACHERS- A SPECIAL LIBRARY PROGRAM FOR “WILD READERS”- Friday, August 1, 2008, 10:30 a.m. Program includes the reading of “If I Ran the Rain Forest," as the creature teachers bring the book to life by introducing the audience to live animals such as as a blue and gold macaw, a red- eyed tree frog, a toucan, an agoudi, and a leaf tail gecko that are represented in the book. The 2008 summer reading program,“Wild Reads” is a state wide program sponsored by the Southeastern Regional Library System, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners and implemented by the Hanson Public Library. The Friends of the Hanson Library provide funding for special programs, refreshments, prizes, book bags and additional copies of books. Page 2 Hanson Public Library Newsletter Hanson Public Library 2008 Summer Reading Schedule of Events June Schedule of Events Saturday, June 14, 9:30 to 2:30- Summer reading registration Tuesday, June 17, 24, 6:00 to 7:30 - Surviving summer reading Thursday, June 26, 3:30 to 4:30- Ask Why ? Workshop Thursday, June 19, 3:00 -“Get Wild with Forest Folktales Puppet Show” Thursday, June 26, 6:00 to 7:30- Chronicles of Narnia Book Club Friday, June 20,27, 9:30 to 10:00- a.m. Wee Reader’s Friday, June 20,27, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Craft and story Friday, June 20,27, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Weekly Reads July Schedule of Events The Library will be closed on Friday, July 4th Tuesday, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.- Surviving Summer Reading -Tweens ages 8 to 12 Tuesday, July 1,8, 15, 22, 29, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. - Surviving Summer Reading -Teens 13 to 19. Thursday, July, 3,10,17,24,31, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.- Ask Why ? Workshop Thursday, July, 3, 10, 17 ,24, 31, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.- Chronicles of Narnia Book Club Friday, July 11, 18, 25, 9:30 to 10:00- a.m.- Wee Reader’s Friday, July, 11,18, 25, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.- Craft and Story Friday, July, 11, 18, 25,10:30 to 11:30 a.m.- Weekly Reads Friday, July 18 -Community Reads Selections Posted August Schedule of Events Friday, August 1, 10:30 a.m. Creature Teacher Wild Animal Program Tuesday, August 5, 12, and 19- 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. “Going Green” Community Read and activities. Thursday, August 14, 2008 Community Clambake HANSON PUBLIC LIBRARY “GOING GREEN” COMMUNITY READ for families, or anyone interesting in readings and information on how to preserve the environment. A reading club for families or individuals who want to share their thoughts and ideas on “going green” The Hanson Library staff will post a “green book list” for readers of all ages. Individuals can read a book(s) of their choice and each week during the month of August, a community discussion and activities will be held. Community reading club will be held on Tuesday, August 5,12, and 19, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. The Hanson Public Library Foundation and the Friends of Camp Kiwanee are sponsoring a community clambake to be held at Camp Kiwanee on Thursday evening August 14, 2008. Event details will be forthcoming. Save the date August 14, 2008. Hanson Public Library Newsletter Page 3 NONPROFIT ORG US POSTAGE PAID HANSON, MA PERMIT NO. 05 Hanson Public Library 132 Maquan St. Hanson, Ma. 02341 RESIDENT Contact information: HANSON, MA 02341 Phone: 781-293-2151 Fax: 781-293-6801 E-mail: [email protected] Visit us on the web http://www.sailsinc.org/hansonpl The publication of the Hanson Public Library Newsletter is funded by the Hanson Public Library Foundation Inc. and “A library is not a state aid funds administered by the luxury but one of the Massachusetts Board of Library necessities of life.” Commissioners. Henry Ward Beecher Shaws Supermarket Donates $1000.00 to The Hanson Public Library Foundation Foundation Vice President Leslie Prario was pleased to accept the donation on behalf of the Library Foundation, as members of the Shaw’s family, the Library Director, Nancy Cappellini and Foundation Director Carolyn Galambos and Joanne Estes looked on. Congratulations to Shaw’s of Hanson on their grand reopening. On behalf of the Hanson Public Library, I would like to thank Shaw’s Supermarket of Hanson for their generous donation. I would also like to thank the citizens of Hanson for their continued support of their community library and to the members of the Hanson Public Library Foundation and Friends of the Library for their advocacy and fundraising efforts, which will make many new and exciting programs possible. Nancy Cappellini, Library Director. .