A lot is happening this week at the Manchester by the Sea Public Library, including childrens' storytime, a virtual gender lecture called "Art Across Asia," in-libraryTai Chi, and more.
Suffrage Song: The Haunted History of Gender, Race and Voting Rights in the U.S. (Virtual): Monday, June 10, from 7-8 p.m. Join us for what is going to be a fascinating conversation with author Caitlin Cass on her book, “Suffrage Song: The Haunted History of Gender, Race and Voting Rights in the U.S.” Part graphic novel, part map of the suffrage movement, this book tells the story of the fight for the right to vote by women from the very beginning.
LGBTQ + Inclusion 101 (Virtual): Wednesday, June 12 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Knowledge can empower individuals to make cultural change. This program encourages individuals at all levels of understanding to learn about what it means to be LGBTQ+ and how to be stronger allies so our entire community feels welcome to be their authentic selves. Ali Kane (she/they), of ALK Consulting, is a Queer nonprofit leader and lifelong learner committed to creating an inclusive, equitable, and accessible world for individuals with diverse identities and experiences.
Tai Chi: The Longevity Tree: Starting Wednesdays in June from 9:45-10:45 a.m. at Masconomo Park. Susan Halpern will be teaching Tai Chi in the park on Wednesdays throughout the summer. Longevity Tree is part of the internal arts known in China as Qi gong. Qi gong means to cultivate energy with discipline. The Longevity Tree is a form that addresses the balance of mind, body, and spirit by combining movement, deep breathing, and alertness. Please complete the Safety Release Registration Form and familiarize yourself with the form if you will be joining.
Art Across Asia: Expressions of Gender in Asian Art (Virtual): Sunday, June 9 from 2:30-4 p.m. Gender fluid and non-binary depictions have existed for thousands of years in Asian art. Explore works that support this belief in non-duality.
Digital Advice Appointments on Monday and Drop in on Friday: Register for a dedicated session on Mondays at 12 or 12:30 p.m. or drop in on most Fridays between 3-4 p.m. We have guidance for easy-to-moderate tech issues. Please bring your device, charger, and any passwords associated with your device or project. This is a program to offer one on one instruction on how to better utilize your technology, we cannot do a tech project for you and certain issues will be outside of our digital expertise.
Mindfulness Meditation at the First Parish Church Meeting Room: Every Tuesday from 11 a.m.-12 noon in the teen loft with Alida Bryant. Beginners and experienced meditators are welcome. There will be guided meditation, some silence, and discussion. Please register if this is your first time coming to this program. We need either an email or a phone number in case we need to cancel or change venues.
Book Donations: Help support the annual book sale on the library lawn during the Festival by the Sea on August 3. Please donate books you no longer want but are in good enough shape that you would buy them. Our collection location is MERHS, not the library. Drop off on Saturday, June 15 from 9 a.m.-12 noon.
MBTS Library Renovation: Ask the Director: Tuesdays, from 11 a.m. to 12 noon. The MBTS Library is applying for grant funding to renovate and expand. The Library Director will hold open table hours each Tuesday. Drop in to ask questions and learn more about the project.
Shut Up and Write (Virtual): Every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., Join a community of writers and artists on Zoom who just want to write. Come any time. No need to share, no need to critique or be critiqued.
MPL Children’s Events:
Summer Storytime: Wednesdays from 10:30-11:15 a.m. Ages 0-3, this program runs through September.
Celebrate You Storytime and Craft: Saturday, June 8 from 2:30-3:30 p.m., ages 5-8. Do you feel like a princess, a robot, or a baseball champ? Wear whatever outfit or costume that reflects the real you inside and join Miss Audrey for a storytime and craft. Register online.
