Take our Survey!
The Library is working to develop a new long range plan that will serve as a blueprint for service enhancements for the library for the next five years. A critical component of the process is gathering information and ideas from the Georgetown community to establish priorities and develop a focused direction. Please complete this survey by Friday, July 1.
Staff Shuffle!
You may have noticed our staff has made some changes in their roles here. Ruth Shores has moved from head of Circulation to a general support role, Haley Hart is now our new head of Circulation, and filling her former Teen Librarian position, we're pleased to introduce our new Teen Librarian Kyle Coston! Stop on by and say hi!
Summer Reading Programs
Friday, June 17 to Friday, August 12
Summer is here which means our summer reading programs will be starting soon! We offer summer reading programs to children, teens, and adults. More information can be found on our website closer to the start date.
Boston Harbor Islands Discount Ferry Passes
The Library now offers Boston Harbor Islands Ferry passes for the 2022 season. Passes are valid for the season between May 21 and June 16 (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays) and between June 17 and September 5, 7 days a week. More info and how to reserve here.
Take & Make Kits are Back!
This summer, Take & Make kits for adults and teens are back! Check out our website regularly for coming attractions such as rock painting, field journaling, fiber and nature crafts.
Holiday Closure
The Library will be closed on Monday, June 20 in observance of Juneteenth. The Library will reopen to the public on Tuesday, June 21 at 10AM
Upcoming Events
Pack-a-Snack Story Time
Fridays at 10AM
June 3 - August 5
Join our Children's Librarians outside as they will read stories under a tree on the library lawn and then provide a fun outdoor activity! Bring a blanket and snack. If the weather does not cooperate the story time will be held inside the library. This program is for all ages.
Eat This, Not That!
Wednesday, June 8 at 7PM
Good nutrition can positively impact our immune system, health, well-being, productivity, performance, energy, mood, weight management, and prevent certain chronic diseases. Registered Dietician Nutritionist Jill Patterson leads this fun and interactive nutrition program, and teaches you how making simple tweaks in your foods lead to big results! Register online.
An Evening with Bestselling Author Nancy Thayer
Tuesday, June 14 at 7PM
Bestselling author Nancy Thayer will discuss her latest book, Summer Love, in this Zoom webinar. Register online.
D&D: Character Creation and Mini Painting
Tuesday, June 21 at 1PM
Come hang out and paint a mini to get ready for the Summer Dungeons and Dragons Campaign. The DM will be available to help you make your character for the summer game!
Landscaping and Gardening for Wildlife
Wednesday, June 22 at 11AM
Do you have a true green thumb? Meaning, are you taking into account the complete ecosystem around the land you care for? Learn how you can support local species by utilizing wildlife-friendly gardening practices in your home, business, and community settings. Register online.
Perennial Gardening
Thursday, June 23 at 11AM
Perennials are the workhorses of the garden with most coming back year after year. With a little know-how you can keep your garden in bloom for most of the season. Learn which perennials will work best in your gardens and discuss how to keep them in good form. Register online.
Kids Summer Reading Kickoff:
Henry the Juggler
Wednesday, June 29 at 6:30PM
Henry the Juggler will be on the library lawn to help kick off the summer reading program at the library. Families are invited to see and maybe even participate in his fun, wild and hilarious program.
The Woman In The Library:
A Murder Mystery Set in the Boston Public Library
Wednesday, June 29 at 7PM
Australian award-winning author Sulari Gentill will discuss her new mystery, The Woman In The Library, in this Zoom webinar. Register online.
Book Groups
GPL Book Group
Monday, June 27 at 7PM
This month's selection is Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach. Copies of the book are available behind the Circulation Desk. Questions? Contact Sarah at scognata@georgetownpl.org
Senior Center Book Group
Tuesday, June 28 at 2PM
This month's selection is The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman. Meet at the Georgetown Senior Center. Copies of the book are available at the library behind the Circulation Desk. Questions? Contact Sarah at scognata@georgetownpl.org
