Yarmouth Beach Libraries are Back

Visitors to Seagull Beach in West Yarmouth and Smugglers Beach in South Yarmouth now have the opportunity to "take a book, leave a book," with our Little Free Libraries at the Beach.
Beach libraries books have a book mark inside showing the Yarmouth Libraries logo, and the connection to the international literacy and community building project, www.littlefreelibrary.org. Help yourself!.

NEW! Saturday Hours at West Yarmouth Library

Beginning Saturday, July 1, 11:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
July 1 through September 30
Join us for an Open House on Saturday, July 1! Come for some cake, coffee and conversation. Meet Library Director Jane Cain and tell us what you want in Library services here in Yarmouth at the West Yarmouth Library, 391 Main Street (Route 28) in West Yarmouth.

Musical Discoveries

Saturday, June 3, 10:30 a.m.
South Yarmouth Library
A musical experience for the whole family!
Appropriate for infants to 5-year-old children with their parents or caregivers. Classes incorporate singing, small and large motor movement, instruments and fun. Classes are FREE. We are grateful to the South Yarmouth Library
Association for their continued support of this popular family program

Family Story Time

Monday, June 5, 6:00 p.m.
for all ages. Wear pajamas and bring a
favorite stuffed animal! Enjoy some
yoga, stories and songs to get you ready for bed!

Musical Discoveries

Saturday, June 12, 10:30 a.m.
South Yarmouth Library
A musical experience for the whole family!
Appropriate for infants to 5-year-old children with their parents or caregivers. Classes incorporate singing, small and large motor movement, instruments and fun. Classes are FREE. We are grateful to the South Yarmouth Library
Association for their continued support of this popular family program

Yarmouth Libraries Genealogy Club

Thursday, June 15, 6:30 p.m.
South Yarmouth Library
The Yarmouth Library Genealogy Club is open to all ages and all skill levels. Whether you have old Cape Cod roots or not, you will learn something at these meetings. No registration required; free and open to the public. Bring a friend or cousin

Tick Talk by the Bug Guy, Larry Dapsis

South Yarmouth Library
Saturday, June 17, 10:30 a.m.
You’ve read and heard the news that ticks are thriving on Cape Cod and throughout New England. Learn about new species and new diseases that ticks are now known to carry. An important topic! Barnstable County Entomologist of the Cape Cod Extension and Tick Project Coordinator Larry Dapsis will present a 3-point protection plan to: Protect Yourself, Protect Your Yard and Protect your Pet. Tick-borne diseases are preventable

Drop in S.T.E.A.M.-based craft

Sumptuous Science: Ice Cream
South Yarmouth Library
                                                   Saturday, June 17, 1:00-2:30 p.m.
                                                    For all ages. Children under 8 need to bring an adult.

Lego Club

Wednesday, June 21, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
South Yarmouth Library
For all ages. Drop in; no registration required. Children under 8 need to bring an adult. The Library provides all the LEGO®s.

Author Event: Arlene Kay

A Literary Autopsy: Insights into the  Writer’s Process
Sunday, June 25, 2:00 p.m.
South Yarmouth Library
Arlene Kay is the author of the Boston Uncommon mystery series. Learn about the writing process from this Cape Cod author who classifies her writing as "romantic suspense." Arlene will discuss how to construct a novel; how to create sassy, smart heroines with spunk and sex
appeal – and more! The South Yarmouth Library Association’s Sunday Author Series is popular, free and open to the general public, with refreshments. Reservations recommended. Call the Library at 508-760-4820, or sign up online at the Library’s website, under the calendar of events.

Cape Organization for
Rights of the Disabled

                                                    Wednesday, June 28, 11:00 a.m.
                                                    South Yarmouth Library
Do you or someone you know need the services of CORD of Cape Cod? Come hear more about CORD’s Independent Living and Deaf and Hard of Hearing programs that aim to empower. Services include:

• Information and referral about disability-related issues, resources, and benefits.   Independent living skills training
• Peer support: assistance with problem-solving and goal-setting
• Advocacy: to assist and better equip people to confront barriers, such as discrimination, lack of access, and unresponsive service systems

Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Event
Featuring Amazing Animal Ambassadors!

Wednesday, June 28, 2:00 p.m.
West Yarmouth Library
This amazing live animal show is for all ages! Bethany Jakubson will present a unique variety of animals such as parrots, exotic mammals, large reptiles, and even insects from around the globe. Programs are a hands-on hour-long experience where you will learn about creatures from Africa, South America, Australia, Europe, Asia, and even right here in the United States. Join us for fun and games on the West Yarmouth Library lawn to celebrate "Building a Better World."

Preschool Story Time

Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
South Yarmouth Library
Ages 3-5 years old and their caregivers.

Baby Story Time
                                                   South Yarmouth Library
                                                   Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
                                                    For infants to 3-year-olds, and their caregivers.

                                                    Story Time West
                                                    Fridays at 11:30 a.m.
                                                    West Yarmouth Library
                                                    All ages welcome.
                                                    No Story Time West on Friday, June 2.

Database of the Month:
Britannica Library Edition

Spend some time this summer learning more! The Library provides access to Britannica Encyclopedia online – with hundreds of helpful links for children and adults to explore topics in science, history, literature and more. The
database includes Britannica Escolar in Spanish; these are a goldmine of knowledge. Look for the eBranch button on our website to take you to http://library.eb.com/levels