Wednesday, December 11th
The Library's evening book discussion group meets in the Conference Room on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm.
Thursday, December 12th
The fate of newspapers, whether in print or online, matters to democracy. Despite the battering they have taken during the past several decades, they remain crucial for holding government and other large institutions to account. In his recent book, The Return of the Moguls: How Jeff Bezos and John Henry Are Remaking Newspapers for the Twenty-First Century, Dan Kennedy explores how the iron core of accountability journalism might be preserved. His presentation will examine this new breed of wealthy newspaper publishers and whether they have any lessons to offer for the beleaguered news business. The Return of the Moguls has been critically praised by Journalism, Editor & Publisher, The Boston Globe, Kirkus Reviews, and Library Journal.
Dan Kennedy is a nationally known media commentator and a regular panelist on Beat the Press, an award-winning weekly media program on WGBH-TV (Channel 2 Boston). He teaches news reporting, opinion writing, media ethics and other journalism courses at Northeastern University's College of Arts, Media and Design, with an emphasis on how technology is changing the business of news. Kennedy also writes a weekly column on media issues for WGBHNews.org and has been published in The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Nieman Lab, Nieman Reports, Poynter Online and other venues. He the 2018 recipient of the Media Ecology Association’s James W. Carey Journalism Award
Friday, December 13th
Leave inhibitions behind and create free-form drawings, journal entries, small cards, or tiny books by using simple items like a drawing pencil or roller ball pen and a notepad or journal. While there is no “instructor” per se (this is a drop-in activity), we’ll be joined by Michael David Brown, a retired illustrator and Scarborough resident. This event is part of the Library's Adult Programming series and is free to attend. Basic supplies will be available or bring your own!
Saturday, December 14th
LIBRARY KNITTING GROUP
EVERY SATURDAY FROM 10:00 AM TO NOON
LOCATION: CONFERENCE ROOM
Whether you’ve been knitting for decades or days, join the Library's Knitting Group in the Conference Room (located near the public computers). Bring knitting needles, yarn, patterns...whatever you have. FMI call 883-4723 option 4.
Monday, December 16th
NOTE TIME CHANGE. Books. Bites. Brews. What a great combination! We’ve partnered with O’Reilly’s Cure here in Scarborough to offer a new book group—Books on Tap—moderated by Tom Corbett, our Systems Librarian (and beer enthusiast). Here’s how it works: Arrive between 5:00 pm and 5:30 pm and settle into the lounge area; purchase bites and beverages from O’Reilly’s menu; then share good conversation about the book selected for the month from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Visit our website at http://www.scarboroughlibrary.org/adults/events/series/books-tap-reading-group
Tuesday, December 17th
Every Third Tuesday of the Month: French Conversation Group
6:30pm to 8:00pm in the Conference Room
Our new French Conversation Group will give intermediate to advanced French speakers the chance to do just that, although beginners are welcome to come and absorb as much as they can!
Wednesday, December 18th
Who knew that feeding your little one could be so stressful? Whether it is societal pressure, food sensitivities or picky eaters, mealtimes can be difficult for parents. Join Hannah Freeman to learn about nourishing your children from infancy through toddlerhood and beyond, while also cultivating a healthy relationship with food. Hannah Freeman is a fourth year naturopathic medical student at the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon. She grew up in Scarborough and looks forward to bringing her passion for women’s health, fertility, and family wellness back to Maine. FMI call Youth Services at 883-4723 opt. 3 or email kids@scarboroughlibrary.org
Thursday, December 19th
Saturday, December 21st
LIBRARY KNITTING GROUP
EVERY SATURDAY FROM 10:00 AM TO NOON
LOCATION: CONFERENCE ROOM
Whether you’ve been knitting for decades or days, join the Library's Knitting Group in the Conference Room (located near the public computers). Bring knitting needles, yarn, patterns...whatever you have. FMI call 883-4723 option 4.
Monday, December 23rd
Roots. Branches. Shoots. You may think we’re talking about trees – and in a way, we are. We’re talking about family trees! The Scarborough Public Library Genealogy Group is offered the fourth Monday of each month from 1:30pm to 3:30pm. Whether you are just starting to explore your heritage or well into the process, this monthly “drop in” gathering will introduce you to vetted resources for ancestral research.The group will be facilitated by Don Taylor, a retired Information Technology Security Specialist who became interested in Genealogy in the 1970s. Since 2005, Don has focused on genealogical research, specializing in Internet research and genetic genealogy. He is a member of the Maine Genealogical Society (MGS), New England Historic Genealogical Society, and is on the Board of Directors of the Scarborough Historical Society (SHS) where he helps others research their Scarborough roots. Don also manages a personal genealogy blog.Join us and start exploring your family tree; it’s free to attend! FMI, contact Adult Reference at 883-4723 option 4, or email askSPL@scarboroughlibrary.org
Tuesday, December 24th
Wednesday, December 25th
Saturday, December 28th
LIBRARY KNITTING GROUP
EVERY SATURDAY FROM 10:00 AM TO NOON
LOCATION: CONFERENCE ROOM
Whether you’ve been knitting for decades or days, join the Library's Knitting Group in the Conference Room (located near the public computers). Bring knitting needles, yarn, patterns...whatever you have. FMI call 883-4723 option 4.
Tuesday, December 31st
Wednesday, January 1st