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We want to extend a HUGE thank you to the Friends of the Library, and all who volunteered, to make this our most successful Book Sale to date!
The Friends raised $5,300, which will help pay for future programming, museum passes, and new additions to our ever-growing Library of Things.
If you are interested in joining the Friends, you can find more information here.
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A Community Read is a shared reading experience where members of the community all read and discuss one book. From May 6 – June 4 the G.A.R. Memorial Library, West Newbury Conservation Commission, and West Newbury Climate Change Resiliency Committee invite all residents of West Newbury to join us in reading Annie Proulx’s book, Fen, Bog and Swamp, and to participate in the corresponding events in May and June.
West Newbury’s unique wetland habitats and extended river frontage make it particularly susceptible to flooding caused by climate change and sea level rise. In August of 2023, the Commonwealth’s Municipal Vulnerability Program announced a $150,000 grant to the Town of West Newbury for a study of climate change impacts on River Road and its environs.
The assessment will allow Town officials and residents to better understand the timeline and locations of future flooding and explore both interim and long-term climate adaptation strategies. It will also inform planning and consideration of alternatives to foster resiliency.
West Newbury’s month-long Community Read will serve to facilitate discussions related to these topics, provide educational opportunities for all ages, and inspire action on a local level.
Copies of Fen, Bog and Swamp are available at the Library. Copies of the eBook will be available in Overdrive/Libby beginning May 1.
Click for more information about the MVP FY24 Action Grant.
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Nature in Your Neighborhood: All About Birds Guided Tour with Mass Audubon | |
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Thursday, May 9 | 8 - 10 AM
Enjoy this free birdwatching walk at Mill Pond Recreation Area, made possible by the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the West Newbury Cultural Council. Participants will learn about bird migration, breeding behavior, and field identification. This program is for birdwatchers of all skill levels.
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Herb of the Month Meet Up | |
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Thursday, May 9 | 1 - 2 PM
Join local herbalist, Hannah Sparks, on a journey to learn about herbs. This group meets monthly to discuss the what, why, when, and how of herbs with the goal deepening your understanding of the many ways in which herbs can be used.
Participants are provided with a blank Materia Medica form and a variety of herbal texts. Tea and herbs may be provided on occasion to enhance organoleptic learning.
Bring any herb-related books you may want to use for reference and something to write with.
Appropriate for all levels, no experience necessary.
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Demystifying Our Local Wetlands | |
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Thursday, May 9 | 7 PM
Zoom
Help us kick off our Community Read!
Join West Newbury Conservation Commission Chair, Molly Hawkins, and Conservation Agent, Michelle Greene, for a fun, interactive Zoom presentation on all things wetlands. Molly and Michelle will answer common wetlands questions, share interesting wetlands facts, and take you on a virtual tour of a few of West Newbury’s many wetlands.
A separate, family-friendly wetlands walk will be hosted by Molly and Michelle on May 16th (rain date May 23rd) where we’ll take a closer look at one of West Newbury’s many wetlands.
This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive a link to the recording.
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Virtual: Book Recs with Bookstagrammer
Jody Blanchette aka @redreadreviews
Not sure what to read next? On the 2nd Tuesday of every month in 2024, you can join Jody for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations - every genre and interest! We're sure you'll find something to like from Jody's many enthusiastic reviews.
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Family Arbor Day Celebration | |
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Saturday, April 27 | 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Celebrate trees with us!
Learn about native trees and how to find them.
Make a tree craft.
Take home a tree seedling courtesy of the West Newbury Tree Committee.
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Mondays | 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Join Miss Brianna from Family Community Connection every Monday morning and have fun with music. This is a chance to increase language and literacy through rhymes, repetitive movement and routine.
Meant for ages 0-6, but everyone is welcome.
Weather permitting, we'll meet outside. Otherwise, join us in the Children's Room.
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Save the date!
West Newbury Garden Club Plant Sale
Saturday,
May 18th
8:30-11:30am
West Newbury Training Field (on Route 113)
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Traditional sun and shade plants such as irises, lilies, hosta, ferns, coreopsis, dianthus, and groundcovers will be plentiful, as always.
With the growing interest in planting native plants, the Club is expanding their natives selection to support local pollinators.
For vegetable gardeners, herbs and a selection of healthy starter plants will be available from Grant Family Farm.
Garden Club members will be on-site and happy to provide advice to new gardeners or suggest a plant to make an established garden area pop.
Proceeds from the sale help fund the Garden Club's annual scholarships to students studying in fields related to the environment.
Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted. For more information about the West Newbury Garden Club, visit www.wngc.org
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