Weymouth Public Libraries Monthly Newsletter And Events - June 2023

From: Weymouth Public Libraries - Tufts Library
May 25, 2023

Juneteenth

Closed Monday, June 19th 

Now closed Saturdays for the Summer

Museum Passes

Reserve a MA State Parks (DCR) Parking Pass Today! 

Parking fees are now in effect at Massachusetts State Parks and beaches, including Nantasket Beach. Tufts Library has you covered with free parking when you borrow a DCR Parking Pass. The Pass is limited to library card-holding Weymouth residents with a car registered in Massachusetts. Keep in mind that parking is first come, first served, and a pass does not guarantee a parking space on any given date.  

These passes are generously made possible through the support of the Friends of the Weymouth Libraries. Go to this link to reserve your pass today and see the other museum discount passes available to you.

Events for Adults

Looking for something to do? All Weymouth Public Libraries Events 

Meet the Authors

Meet the Author: Julie Gerstenblatt

Thursday, June 1st

7:00-8:00 PM, Multipurpose Room 138 

Join us in welcoming author Julie Gerstenblatt to talk about her newest book, Daughters of Nantuckett. Gerstenblatt holds a doctorate in curriculum and instruction from Teachers College, Columbia University and has taught everything from middle school to graduate school. Her essays have appeared in The Huffington Post, Kveller, Cognoscenti, Grown & Flown, and The Scarsdale Inquirer, among others. When not writing, she is a college essay coach as well as a producer and on-air host for A Mighty Blaze, which has grown into a leading resource for author interviews. A native New Yorker, she now lives in coastal Rhode Island with her family and one very smart Shichon. Registration required 

Book sales courtesy of Storybook Cove

Meet the Author: David Daniel

Thursday, June 8th

7:00-8:00 PM, Multipurpose Room 138

Join us in welcoming Weymouth native and author, David Daniel, to talk about his newest book, Beach Town: Stories. David Daniel grew up in Weymouth and is the author of many novels and short stories. Registration required.

Book sales courtesy of Storybook Cove.  

Return of Tech Classes

Learning to Use an iPad

Tuesday, June 6th and 20th

10:00-11:00 AM

Tufts Digital Media Lab 

Are you curious about how you can better utilize your iPad but you aren’t sure how to start? Then this is the course for you! In this class you will learn the basics of your iPad including how to download apps, how to take pictures, getting to the internet, and more. Registration is required and space is limited, so sign up today!  

June 6th: Register Here!

June 20th: Register  Here! 

Computer Basics

Tuesday, June 13th and 27th

10:00-11:00 AM

Tufts Digital Media Lab 

Get overwhelmed easily and not sure where to start when you get onto a computer? Then this class is for you! This class will teach you the basics of computers, including how to turn one one and how to use a mouse, as well as basic computer terminology. This class will also teach participants how to print, copy, and scan at the library. Registration is required and space is limited, so sign up today!

June 13th: Register Here!

June 27th: Register Here!

Adult Book Club

Monday, June 12th, 7:00-8:00 PM

Multipurpose Room 138

Join us to discuss this exciting thriller! New members welcome! Copies available at the Circulation Desk and digitally on Libby.  

Last meeting until September!

Movies

Wednesdays at 10 AM
June 7th: Abba: The Movie

Rated G| Running time 1 hr, 37 mins 

June 14th: Mamma Mia

Rated PG-13| Running time 1 hr, 48 mins 

June 21st: Muriel's Wedding

Rated R| Running time 1 hr, 46 mins 

June 28th: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again

Rated PG-13| Running time 1 hr, 54 mins

Evenings at 6 PM  

Wed, June 14th: Spoiler Alert

PG-13| Running time 1 hr, 52 mins 

Thu, June 15th: Just Mercy

PG-13| Running time 2 hr, 16 mins  

Mon, June 26th: The Danish Girl 

R| Running time 1 hr, 59 mins

Narcan Training with MANET Community Health

Thursday, June 1st

5:30-6:30 PM

Meeting Room 133

A representative from MANET Community Health will introduce attendees to Naloxone aka Narcan, and learn how to save someone's life during an opioid overdose. 

 Weymouth Health

Department

Blood Pressure Clinic

Wednesdays, June 14th & 28th

11:30 AM-1:00 PM

Meeting Room 133

Get your blood pressure under control with our friends at the Weymouth Health Department! 

Events for Teens 

Teen Room Hours 

 Computers ~ Board Games ~ Books ~ Friends

The Teen Room on the 2nd floor is open to kids in grades 7-12.  

Mondays - Thursdays, 2:00-9:00 PM

Fridays, 2:00-5:00 PM

Pride Mixer

 Thursday, June 29th, 4:00-5:00 PM 

Photo Booth & Pizza

For LGBTQIA+ Teens and Allies.

Craft your pride!

Visit the Teen Room every week in June for a different craft.

While supplies last. 

Mario Gaming Party

Thursday, June 1st, 3:00-4:00 PM

Pride - DIY Lava Lamps

Thursday June 8th, 3:00-4:00 PM

Teen Choice

Movie Matinee

Wednesday, June 14th, 3:00-4:00 PM

Rainbow Cupcake 

Decorating
Monday, June 26th, 4:00-5:00 PM

BookTok

Book Club

Wednesday, June 28th, 7:00-8:00 PM 

Books available in the Teen Room.

Events for Kids 

Tufts Library's Childrens Services offer a mix of programs sponsored by the Weymouth Public Libraries and the Weymouth Child Family Community Engagement Center at the Tufts Library. See the full listing of events here.  

One Up Games

Open Game Play w/VR

For children ages 8-12
Tuesday, June 13th, 2:00-5:00 PM

Multipurpose Room 138 

Register for an email reminder. Players will be admitted on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Registration opens Tuesday, May 30th at 9:00 AM.

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