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The Watertown Free Public Library announced it will offer a three hour introductory computer class specifically for seniors who wish to learn the basics of using a computer. There will be plenty of time for questions. The class will be held Saturday, Nov. 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Space is limited, so please visit the Adult Reference Desk at the library or call 617-972-6436 to register.
Library users now have the ability to carry the Watertown Free Public Library in their pocket with the Minuteman Library Network app, the library announced. Users on the go can use the app to search the catalog and place holds, keep tabs on their library account, renew or freeze their items and manage holds. Users have access to a digital library card on their phone. The app provides access to thousands of eBooks, streaming movies, digital magazines, and premium subscription resources for lifelong learning. The app is customized for each library in the Minuteman Network – it’s like having 43 different apps, each with its own unique resources, events and social media.
Local author Elijah Wald will speak about his latest book “Dylan Goes Electric! Newport, Seeger, Dylan, and the Night that Split the Sixties,” the Watertown Free Public Library announced. Mr. Wald’s writing has challenged fans of some music icons with previous books like ‘How the Beatles Destroyed Rock’n’Roll: An Alternative History of American Popular Music’ and ‘Escaping the Delta: Robert Johnson and the Invention of the Blues.’
Join us to see how Mr. Wald views Bob Dylan going electric at the beloved Newport Folk Festival, and why it changed our popular culture. “Dylan Goes Electric!” Book Talk with Elijah Wald
Wednesday, Oct.
HATCH is Watertown’s public makerspace. If you haven’t experienced HATCH yet you’ll want to visit our first ever Maker Expo. We’ll have maker activities, demonstrations of some of our equipment, and exhibits from HATCH skill mentors and local makers. You can find us on the first floor of the library on Saturday, September 24 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. during the Faire on the Square. Special Guest Appearances by HATCH-designed Sumo Robots.
The Watertown Free Public Library is not all about books. In September the library has a number of activities that may catch your interest. There’s Still Time to Register for the 5K! The Book it and Run! 5K is the library’s annual fundraiser.
When Harvard University researchers wanted a good example of a public library that fosters family engagement, it looked to the Watertown Free Public Library.
The town’s library was one studied for the Harvard Family Research Project’s paper, Public Libraries: A Vital Space for Family Engagement by M. Elena Lopez, Margaret Caspe and Lorette McWilliams. The study looks at ways that libraries can promote family engagement which in turn promotes learning for children. For the study, Harvard partnered with the Public Library Association (PLA). They surveyed library directors around the country about their family engagement practices, met monthly with a learning community of nearly 20 librarians interested in family engagement, according to the paper. Watertown Library Director Leone Cole told the Town Council recently that she and her staff were pleased to contribute to Harvard Family Research Project’s study.
The Watertown Free Public Library is pleased to announce the Third Annual Book it and Run 5K! On Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016 the neighborhood surrounding the library becomes our race course. This fun, family friendly event promotes healthy habits and community fitness. Monies raised from the event benefit the WFPL Building Committee.
The Watertown Free Public Library is full of fun activities this summer. Here are just a few of the activities:
Summer Sports Sampler
Saturdays starting July 16
The Watertown Free Public Library presents a series of free opportunities to be active this summer! Click on the links below to learn more and register. You may also choose to register at the Reference desk or by calling 617-972-6436. Martial Arts at MacDonald Martial Arts
Rock Climbing at Central Rock Gym
Kayaking at Charles River Canoe and Kayak
Pure Barre at Pure Barre Newton
Yoga at Artemis Yoga
Book it and Run 5K! Saturday Sept.