The Yarmouth Town Libraries will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, and Friday, July 5, for Independence Day.
Happy Fourth of July! 

Summer Reading Program
Kick-off Event 
at West Yarmouth Library

Monday, July 1, 2:00 p.m.
West Yarmouth Library
A rousing, energetic, interactive concert with fiddling, a sing-along, and a rhythm band. You’ll hear familiar songs and new songs, too. This is spirited fun that will knock your socks off! Outdoor games, face painting, watermelon and fun for all ages. This event is co-sponsored by the South Yarmouth Library and West Yarmouth Library Associations. Many thanks to Ryan Gillis of Bayside Tents for providing the tent! For all ages; children under 8 need to bring an adult.

NEW! Saturday Stories

Saturday, July 6, 10:30 a.m.
South Yarmouth Library
This new series will highlight stories from around the world, on the first Saturday of the month. Next one is Saturday, August 3. Help us spread the word! For all ages; children under 8 need to bring an adult.

Summer Musical Discoveries 

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m., July and August 
South Yarmouth Library 
A musical experience for the whole family! For infants to 5-year-old children and their caregivers. Singing, small and large motor movement, instruments and fun! Classes are FREE. Our thanks to the South Yarmouth Library Association for funding this popular family program. 
Please note: No Musical Discoveries
on Tuesday, July 9.

The Village Crafters Fair
and Book Sale at the
West Yarmouth Library

Thursday, July 11, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Every summer, the Village Crafters set up their canopies and offer up locally made arts and crafts on the lawn at the West Yarmouth Library. And on that day, the West Yarmouth Library Association sets up a book sale, and prepares hot dog lunches in front of the building -- all at a reasonable price. Stop by and get your Christmas shopping started!  See you at the Library.

Outdoor Story Time

Thursdays, July 11 - August 29, 10:30 a.m. 
South Yarmouth Library
On the lawn, weather permitting, or in the Leonard Room if bad weather. Stories, games, hoola hoops, bubbles and more! For all ages; children under 8 need to bring an adult.

Wednesdays at West 
S.T.E.A.M. Activities for grades K-4*

Wednesdays in July, 2:00 p.m.
West Yarmouth Library

July 3               Make and Take Flying Saucers
July 10             Solar Tie-dye Backpacks
July 17             Scratch Art
July 24             Outer-space Terrariums
July 31             Alien Sand Art

Registration suggested.  *Children under 8 need to bring an adult.

Lego^® Club 

Wednesday, July 17, 6:00 p.m.
South Yarmouth Library
The Library provides all the Lego^®s. Bring your creativity and a friend! For all ages; children under 8 need to bring an adult.

July Book Discussion Group 

Tuesday, July 23, 3:00 p.m.
South Yarmouth Library
The South Yarmouth Library’s Book Discussion Group meets monthly. In July we will discuss Blackbird House by Alice Hoffman. An evocative work that traces the lives of the various occupants of an old Cape Cod house over a span of two hundred years. Join us!    

Storywalk^® Returns to
the South Yarmouth Library
Corduroy by Don Freeman

Storywalk^® is an innovative approach to encourage people of all ages to get out and walk while enjoying wonderful children’s books. Stop by the South Yarmouth Library to enjoy a stroll and a story on the lawn.

Summer Reading 2019:
A Universe of Stories

Participants log in their reading times for a chance to win prizes. The more you read the better your chances! “A Universe of Stories” is sponsored by the Yarmouth Town Libraries, South Yarmouth and West Yarmouth Library Associations, the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. Registration is under way!
Call the Library at 508-760-4820 X1316 to sign up.

ScienceTellers:
Aliens Escape from Earth!

Monday, July 8, 2:00 p.m.
South Yarmouth Library
Don’t miss this action-packed and educational alien adventure using science experiments for special effects. It’s totally out of this world! Suitable for ages 5 and up. No sign-up required; just drop in. Children under 8 need to bring an adult.

50^th Anniversary of the Moon Landing

Saturday, July 20, 11:00 a.m.
South Yarmouth Library
Celebrate with us, as we commemorate the
Apollo 11 moon landing with space and astronaut- themed stories, activities and refreshments. No sign-up required; just drop in. Children under 8 need to bring an adult.

Song and Dance Around the Planet
Presented by Sagit Zilberman

Friday, July 26, 3:00 p.m.
South Yarmouth Library
Our special guest is an international musician performing with a variety of instruments from around the globe.  No sign-up required; just drop in. For all ages; children under 8 need to bring an adult.

Crater Creations with
NASA Scientist Marie Zahn

Monday, July 29
2:00 p.m. for grades K-3
2:45 p.m. for grades 4-7
South Yarmouth Library
This is an activity about impact craters. Learners will experiment to create impact craters and examine the associated features. Children under 8 need to bring an adult.

Monday Movie Matinees
Mondays at 2:00 p.m. 
South Yarmouth Library

July 15  
Earth to Echo: An adventure as big as the universe.

July 22            
The Iron Giant: It came from outer space!

August 5        
Home: On the run, over his head, looking for a place to crash.

Database Spotlight: Fold3

Fold3 Library Edition provides convenient access to US military records, including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served.  This continually-growing collection contains millions of records from world-class archives, many of which are exclusively available on Fold3. With your Yarmouth library card, you can search for your ancestors' military history from the comfort of your home computer.
www.yarmouth.ma.us/899/eBranch