West Yarmouth Library closed the week of October 21

West Yarmouth Library will be closed from Monday, October 21, through Friday, October 25, for new carpet installation, and will re-open on Monday, October 28, at 11:00 a.m. No fines for West Yarmouth items will accrue. Inter-library loan items will be suspended for the week. The South Yarmouth Library will be open the week of October 21, Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and open during our regular hours on Friday through Sunday.

Playing on Purpose:
Integrated Parent-Child Sessions
5 week program

Starting Friday, October 18, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
South Yarmouth Library
Parent Workshop: Introduction session and interactive workshop for all caregivers. Join us to discuss strategies to make playtime more purposeful for you and your child. Some of the topics to be discussed:

• Your child’s social and emotional development
• How to strengthen your relationship with your child

Other P.O.P. sessions are October 25, November 1, November 8 and November 15.
It is recommended that you attend all five sessions. This program is made possible through a grant from The Peter & Elizabeth C. Tower Foundation and is supported by a grant from the Department of Early Education and Care. Facilitated by the Dennis-Yarmouth Collaborative Family Community Engagement (D-Y CFCE). For birth to 8 years old and their caregivers. Please register by calling Jody Almonte at 508-778-7988 X 4.

Story Time West 

Friday, October 18, 11:30 a.m.
West Yarmouth Library
Stories, songs and more! For all ages. Children under 8 need to bring an adult. Note: No Story Time West on Friday, October 25.

Sunday Author Series:
Inns and Adventures in New England
Co-authored by Alison O’Leary

This Sunday, October 20, 2:00 p.m.
South Yarmouth Library
The South Yarmouth Library Association presents a return visit by Alison O’Leary, who will discuss her book on “great escapes” in New England. Just in time for leaf peeping!  Refreshments will be available. Reservations are encouraged for this popular series, funded by the South Yarmouth Library Association.

Preschool Story Time

Tuesday, October 22, 10:30 a.m.
South Yarmouth Library
Join us for stories, songs, art and playtime. 
For ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

October Book Discussion Group  
Maybe This Time by Jennifer Crusie

Tuesday, October 22, 3:00 p.m.
South Yarmouth Library
North Archer, Andie Miller's ex-husband, asks her to become the guardian of two orphans who have driven out three nannies already--and live in a haunted house! This is a hilarious adventure in exorcism, parapsychology, Tarot-card reading, and more. All are welcome and books are available to borrow from the South Yarmouth Library.

Game Night: Pokémon

Wednesday, October 23, 6:00 p.m.
South Yarmouth Library
Bring your cards. Play with your friends. Trade and learn new tricks! Registration is not required. For all ages. Children under 8 need to bring an adult. 

Baby Story Time 

Thursday, October 24, 10:30 a.m.
South Yarmouth Library
Join us for stories, songs, early literacy activities and playtime. For infants to 3-year-olds and their caregivers.

Dennis-Yarmouth Schools
Early Release Day
Out of the Box: Cardboard Creations

Thursday, October 24, 2:00 p.m.
South Yarmouth Library
What will you make by using cardboard, some tools and your imagination? The possibilities are endless! Join us for a fun-filled, hands-on S.T.E.A.M. adventure! No sign-up required. For all ages. Children under 8 need to bring an adult.

Save the date:

Learn about the many eastern Massachusetts locations for great hikes – including Cape Cod – from Travel and Leisure writer Madeline Bilis. Written for all skill and experience levels, you will find inspiration for hiking in our great state. Refreshments will be available. Funded by the South Yarmouth Library Association.