New events and programs have been added to the Mattapoisett Free Public Library calendar. Check out all the fun things that are happening at the library.
The Mattapoisett Free Public Library is participating in Food for Fines for the month of January. Support at risk community members and clear up your old fines by donating food to the Mattapoisett Public Health Nurse’s Food Pantry. You can do this by bringing one non-perishable item per fine or overdue item to the circulation desk at the library. It doesn’t matter which library owns the materials and items cannot be left in the book drops. Any lost items or items returned with damage will be billed according to the respective library’s policy. Call the library with any questions.
On Saturday, January 22 at 11am, stop by the library for our program Curious about… Vegan Cheese—a Food Tasting to sample a variety of vegan cheeses. Due to the increasing impacts of the dairy industry on the environment, it is becoming more sustainable to seek out vegan alternatives for our favorite foods. Take part in the fun, vote on your favorites, and learn a bit about vegan alternatives. This is the first in a series of programs about more sustainable food alternatives.
The Mattapoisett library is excited to announce the return of the Quahog Book Awards. This program is for readers in 3rd through 6th grade. Registration is now open. This winter reading event runs from January 25 until May 1 and ends once all of the votes have been counted. The Quahog Award Winner will be declared at our celebratory pizza party in May. Young readers are encouraged to sign up, select their books from one of four groups, and read, read, read. Stop by the library to register. Visit the library’s website for more information. May the best book win.
Adults and teens, looking for a way to jumpstart your 2022 reading challenge or to stay cozy through the cold, early months of the year? Participate in our Winter Reading Program. The program runs through March 26. Patrons are welcome to participate on Beanstack or in paper form. Contact Michelle Skaar at mskaar@sailsinc.org with any questions.