Movie Night
Wednesday, February 22nd at 5:30pm
Celebrate Black History Month by watching the blockbuster historic epic movie The Woman King.
Inspired by true events, this is the remarkable, action-packed story about the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey with skills and a fierceness unlike anything the world has ever seen. Follow the epic and intense journey of General Nanisca (Oscar® winner VIOLA DAVIS; 2016, Best Supporting Actress, Fences) as she trains the next generation of recruits and readies them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life.
Run time 2hr and 15 min., rated PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned)
Refreshments will be served.
Happy Hoops Workshop
Saturday, February 11th 10:30am-12:30pm
Join us to make a Valentine themed hoop art inspired by self love. No experience necessary. All materials provided.
Appropriate for adults and children 8+
Registration required. Please call the library at 508-760-6219 or register in person.
Irish Movie Marathon
Irish Movies, Fridays 2pm-4pm
Mary Ann Eaton, Instructor of Irish Literature, will be hosting our Irish Movie Marathon on Fridays in February.
There is no admission fee. Masks are optional.
February 3rd— The Seventh Stream
February 10th— The Secret Scripture
February 17th— Song of the Sea
February 24th— Shergar
Titles may change due to availability.
VNA Fitness Programs
VNA of Cape Cod Public Health and Wellness
We are happy to host 2 great programs in collaboration with the Visting Nurse Association of Cape Cod.
Men's Fitness on Tuesdays, 1/31-3/21 from 10:30am-11:30am - This hour long group fitness class aims to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and address health concerns that affect men as they age. Advanced registration is required. To register, please call 508-957-7423.
Neuro GO! on Tuesdays, 1/31-3/21 from 12pm-1pm - Have you suffered from a stroke, Parkinson's disease, a traumatic brain injury, or have a diagnosed neuromuscular disorder? This excersise program, developed and led by an Exercise Physiologist, aims to help decrease neurological symptoms, imporve your overall fitness level, and challenge your brain. Advanced registration is required. To register, please call 508-957-7423.
Civil War and Reconstruction: A Virtual Tour with the National Constitution Center
Tuesday, February 21st, 2-3pm
Join us for a live virtual tour of the Slavery and Reconstruction exhibit at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. We'll explore their exhibit, Civil War and Reconstruction: The Battle for Freedom and Equality, as a museum educator leads us through the exhibit. Learn how constitutional clashes over slavery set the stage for the Civil War, and how the nation transformed the Constitution after the war during the Reconstruction period, taking a particularly close look at the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments.
Along the way, our guide will highlight the stories of people like Frederick Douglass, Abraham Lincoln, Harriet Tubman, and other figures central to the conflict over slavery. We will also get an up-close look at special artifacts on display, including original copies of the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments, Dred Scott's signed petition for freedom, a fragment of the flag that Abraham Lincoln raised at Independence Hall, a commemorative copy of the Emancipation Proclamation, and more!
This virtual tour is provided in conjunction with the National Constitution Center.
Please email Dennis Public Library at den_mail@clamsnet.org for Zoom link.
Local Author
Thursday, February 23rd at 2pm
Join local author Deanna Baxter at Dennis Public Library as she shares "A Writing Adventure". If you have ever wanted to write a memoir or book, Deanna, who has just published her own book Willows by Flowing Streams, will offer her guidance on publishing and read an excerpt from her book, which is a collection of short stories with a collage of ordinary characters facing life's dilemmas.
Call the library at 508-760-6219 to register
English for Speakers of Other Languages
Fridays at 12:30pm
The library is holding informal sessions to learn conversational English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) on Fridays at 12:30pm. Evening classes on Thursdays to be added.
Please call the library at 508-760-6219 or stop in for more information.
February Art Display
Throughout the Month of February
Artist Leslie Altman, watercolorist, will display her painting in the library's meeting room for the month on February. Ms. Altman has exhibited in many local galleries and her work can be found in homes across the country. The display is free and open to the public.
Leslie began painting more than ten years ago at the suggestion of a friend and she immediately fell in love with watercolor. She works in a studio in Yarmouth Port and en plein air. Her landscapes attempt to capture feeling thorugh color and light. Her subjects include Cape Cod scenes, as well as landscapes from travel abroad and closer to home.
Jessica Coen is a homeschooling mother of three. She created Happy Hoops as a way to handle the stress of daily life. Through this form of art she has found a simple way of relaxing and creative therapy.
Her art can be found on Facebok under Happy Hoops. Please inquire on Facebook for purchases.
Jessee's art will be on display in our display cabinet throughout the month of February.
Call for Artists for 2023
The Dennis Public Library wants to show you off!
The Dennis Public Library is seeking new artists to display their “two-dimensional” work in the library’s busy meeting room. The library also has a largedisplay case in the main lobby suitable for showcasing three-dimensional work.These spaces are available together or separately. Show periods run for one calendar month and artists are welcome to hold an opening. If you are, or know of, an artist who has not shown at the library since our post-Covid reopening, please consider displaying at the library.
The library is located at 5 Hall Street in Dennis Port.
For more information, call Kym Cormier at 508-760-6219 ext. 205 or email her at
kcormier@clamsnet.org
CLAMS Libraries will soon unveil a new catalog.
We are moving to the Aspen Discovery platform to enhance and enrich your experience.
Aspen makes searching for books and resources easier, pulling all library resources together in one search. Patrons can create and share lists of materials and online content or peruse curated lists created by their local library staff. Readers can easily find a title in every format available, read book reviews, and even rate items and see how others rated them. If a book or other item is unavailable, a “While you wait” feature offers suggestions for similar titles. These are examples of the many features in Aspen.
The CLAMS Aspen Discovery catalog will launch on February 27th.
For more information go to https://info.clamsnet.org/new-catalog-coming-soon/
Book Clubs
Tuesday, February 14th at 6:30pm - Mystery Book Club
This month the Mystery Book Club is reading A Word to the Wise by Jenn McKinlay. This meeting is hybrid, online options are available. Please email jsullivan@clamsnet.org if you are interested in attending.
Wednesday, February 15th at 2:00pm - DPL Book Club
This month the DPL Book Club is reading An American Marriage by Tayari Jones. This group meeting is in person at the library, but a Zoom option is available. Please email jsullivan@clamsnet.org if you are interested in participating.
Fun for the Kids!
Pre-school Story and Craft Time
Thursdays at 10:30am
Join Lisa, our Children's Librarian, each Thursday for play time, fun stories, songs and a craft. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Come and join the fun!
Take Your Child to the Library Day - Featuring Buildwave
Saturday, February 3rd, 10:30am-1:30pm
Join us to celebrate National Take Your Child to the Library Day. We will have a scavenger hunt and raffles.
There will also be a Buildwave Workshop from 11am-12pm for ages 5 and up. Please call Dennis Public Library at 508-760-6219 to register for this hands-on, creative, high energy building event.
Wonderful Winter: The Wonders of Animals
Friday, February 24th, 10am-12pm
Join Mary Wilson for hands-on interactive learning that sparks creativity and critical thinking skills. Explore animals and how they adapt to the winter using a variety of observation and documentation tools including winter-themed stories and a variety of fun activities. Geared for children ages 2.4-8 years with a caregiver.
Call 508-760-6219 to register or register in person.
Terrific Toddlers / Story & Project
Cape Cod Children's Place
We are happy to welcome CCCP this winter for 2 great programs. Mary Wilson will be facilitating Terrific Toddlers Wednesdays 1/11-3/15 from 10-11am. There is a wait list for this program.
Jill will be facilitating Story & Project on Thursdays, before Lisa's Storytime, 1/12-3/16 from 10-11am. There is still room in this program.
Please call Cape Cod Children's Place to register at 508-240-3310
