Welcome to April. Mark your calendars, we have some great things happening at the Library this month.
The New Bedford Whaling Museum will be here at 12:30 pm on Saturday, April 12, to present “A Day in the Life of the Lagoda and a Whaling Voyage.” Docents from the Museum will talk about 18th and 19th century whaling practices, daily life on board a whaling ship, and demonstrate how a harpoon works. This program is for adults and space is limited. Please register on our Events Calendar on our website.
The Rochester Police Badges with Books Storytime returns to the Library at 10:30 am on Wednesday, April 16. Chief Assad and his officers are taking on the “Wonky Donkey” Challenge. They will attempt to get through this rollicking read-aloud without laughing. We’ve heard there’s a batch of homemade cookies on the line. This program is best for kids ages 3-5 years. No registration is needed.
The Friends of the Library Spring Booksale will take place from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm on Friday, April 25, and from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm on Saturday, April 26, in the Library’s Downstairs Program Room. This area is handicapped accessible via a lift. On sale will be gently used books, CDs, DVDs, puzzles, and games for kids and adults. The Library will be accepting donations for the sale as of April 1. Please box or bag donations and drop them off only when the Library is open (see hours of operation listed below). Do not leave donated items in the book drop or on the steps.
Upcoming Meetings: Board of Trustees 6:00 pm on Thursday, April 10; COA Bookgroup 1:00 pm on Tuesday, April 15; Writer’s Group 6:30 pm on Thursday, April 17; Books and Babble Book Club 6:30 pm on Thursday, April 24; Friends of the Library 6:00 pm on Monday, April 28.
Note: the Library will be closed on Monday, April 21, for Patriot’s Day.
Please remember that library cards are required for checkout. If you have lost your card, it can be replaced for a $2 fee. Always have your card with you by uploading it to the SAILS Mobile app. It’s quick and easy, and we’re happy to show you how it works.
Library hours are: Mondays/Thursdays 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm; Tuesdays/Wednesdays 10:00 am to 6:00 pm; Fridays 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; Saturdays 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. We are closed on Sundays and holidays. The Library can be contacted by phone at 508-763-8600 or email at info@plumblibrary.com. Check our Facebook and Instagram pages for information, upcoming events, and more.