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The Braintree Candlewood Suites hotel is pet friendly with One-bedroom suites with a private bedroom and a full-sized sleeper sofa. Enjoy the convenience of a full kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher and a stove.
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The Town of Braintree was founded in 1640 and is located in Norfolk County about ten miles from Boston.

Old Braintree was the birthplace of two of our presidents -John Adams and his son John Quincy Adams. The town offers an excellent school system and a public beach as well as an 18 hole public golf course.

Braintree also includes the one of the largest regional shopping centers in the north east, the South Shore Plaza.

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Second Tuesday Book Club
This month's discussion is on Street of a Thousand Blossoms by Gail Tsukiyama.
Book club books are available for pick up at the circulation desk about one month before the discussion date and are due back on the night of the discussion.
All readers are always welcome.
Location: Reading Room - Main Level

When: Feb 14, 2012 7:15:00 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:15:00 )
OCLN circcomm meeting
OCLN quaterly circulation committee meeting
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Jun 5, 2012 9 AM to Jun 5, 2012 12 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 05 Jun 2012 09 )
NOOK Nite
NOOK Nite
NOOK Event
Other
Apr 06, 2011 6:00 PM

Barnes & Noble Booksellers
Braintree
Braintree
150 Granite St
Braintree
MA
02184
781-380-3655

When: Feb 1, 2012 6 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18 )
Nonfiction Book Club
This month's book is: Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely
Book club books will be available for pick up at the circulation desk about one month before the discussion date and are due back on the night of the discussion. All readers are always welcome.
Location: Conference Room B

When: Feb 27, 2012 7 PM to Feb 27, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Mon, 27 Feb 2012 19 )
The Reader's Group Book Club
This month's book is: Common Ground by Anthony J. Lukas
Book club books are available at the circulation desk about one month before the meeting date and are due back on the night of the discussion.
All readers are always welcome.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Feb 22, 2012 7:15:00 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:15:00 )
Hold room
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Jan 30, 2012 9 AM to Jan 30, 2012 9 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09 )
Computer Series Session I
Whether you are new to computers or just want to use them more effectively, this series of three sessions will get you on your way. Participants will learn how to navigate their way around an Internet Web page, use various ways to select options that are common to Web pages, cut and paste, enter search terms, and fill in on-line forms. Learn the basics of saving files and printing and find out what various types of software can do for you. There will be an introduction to the Internet and using Search Engines. Participants must have a basic familiarity with using a keyboard and mouse.
This series runs for three consecutive mornings (Wed the 15th, Thurs the 16th & Fri the 17th). Registering for Session I signs you up for all three.
Space is limited. Participants may register for the series by using the Registration button here or at the Reference desk on the lower level or by calling the library at 781-848-0405 ext. 4417.
Location: Lower Level

When: Feb 15, 2012 2 PM to Feb 15, 2012 3 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14 )
Friends Concert Series
Join us for the return of pianist Brian McCarthy.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Feb 19, 2012 3 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Sun, 19 Feb 2012 15 )
Make a craft (age 8 up)
Make a fun craft at this monthly program for older children. (Must be age 8 or older. No sign-up needed!)
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Mar 20, 2012 3:45:00 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:45:00 )
Crafts for age 3 up
Crafts for children age 3 up. Come make a fun craft! No sign-up needed.
Location: Logan Auditorium, upper level

When: Apr 3, 2012 3:45:00 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:45:00 )
Crafts for age 3 up
Crafts for children age 3 up. Come make a fun craft! No sign-up needed.
Location: Logan Auditorium, upper level

When: Mar 6, 2012 3:45:00 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 06 Mar 2012 15:45:00 )
Make a craft (age 8 up)
Make a fun craft at this monthly program for older children, during School Vacation week. (Must be age 8 or older. No sign-up needed!)
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Apr 17, 2012 3:45:00 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:45:00 )
Crafts for age 3 up
Crafts for children age 3 up. Come make a sweet Valentine's Day craft! No sign-up needed.
Location: Logan Auditorium, upper level

When: Feb 14, 2012 3:45:00 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:45:00 )
Middle School Book Club
Any and all middle-schoolers are welcome! We'll meet in the Teen/Young Adult Room on the Lower Level, and chat about a book. The specific title we'll be talking about today will be selected by the group, at the meeting on Feb. 2. We'll also pick what to read for Middle School Book Club meeting in April - you can help choose! The new teen librarian will start work in February.
Location: YA Room

When: Mar 1, 2012 7 PM to Mar 1, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Thu, 01 Mar 2012 19 )
Anime/Manga Cosplay
Come to the annual Cosplay event. Dress in costume of a manga or anime character. For kids and teens grade 4 through High School. This special annual Cosplay event joins both groups together for this month, so is meeting at special time: 1:30 - 3:00.We'll walk the runway, listen to Japanese anime music, and play Wii games.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Mar 24, 2012 1 PM to Mar 24, 2012 3 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Sat, 24 Mar 2012 13 )
Make a craft (age 8 up)
Make a fun craft at this monthly program for older children. (Must be age 8 or older. No sign-up needed!)
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: May 22, 2012 3:45:00 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 22 May 2012 15:45:00 )
Book Club for grades 2 & 3
It's the Kickoff to our Book Club for kids in grades 2 & 3!At this first meeting, we'll chat about books we like, then decide about which book to read for the next meeting in March and play a game. Snacks provided. All kids in grades 2 & 3 are welcome. The books we choose for discussion selections in future months will be 2d-3d grade level.Come for book-related fun!
Location: Childrens Room

When: Feb 28, 2012 3:45:00 PM to Feb 28, 2012 4:45:00 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 28 Feb 2012 15:45:00 )
Crafts for age 3 up
Crafts for children age 3 up. Come make a fun craft! No sign-up needed.
Location: Logan Auditorium, upper level

When: May 8, 2012 3:45:00 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 08 May 2012 15:45:00 )
Boston Pride, The Human Rights and Education Committee
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Feb 29, 2012 5 PM to Feb 29, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17 )
Packing up set of Dr.Doohickey's
Dr.Doohickey's Monster Machine set takes an hour to break down.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Apr 18, 2012 4 PM to Apr 18, 2012 5 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16 )
Story-time for ages 3-5
For ages 3-5: longer stories, songs and a more involved craft, with Norma. Session runs through Wed March 12. It will not meet on Wed. Feb. 15. Please sign-up! Your sign-up covers the whole series through March. Just click on the "REGISTER" button below. If want assistance registering,please ask a staff person. They can do the registration for you, and only need the child's name and phone number.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Feb 1, 2012 10 AM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10 )
hold room for set up of show
Performance of Dr.Doohickey's Monster Machine is being set up at 2:00 as takes an hour to create the set. Not for age 3 or under as bit scary. See description under entry at 3:00 pm
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Apr 18, 2012 2 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 18 Apr 2012 14 )
Friends of Thayer Public Library monthly meeting
Friends of Thayer Public Library monthly meeting
Location: Reading Room - Main Level

When: Feb 9, 2012 7 PM to Feb 9, 2012 9 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19 )
Introduction to Excel 2010
This session will introduce you to use the basics functions of the Excel spreadsheet and teach you how to find help if you get stuck or want to learn a new task. Participants should be familiar with using a mouse and keyboard.
Space is limited. You may register through the Registration button here on the calendar or at the Reference desk on the lower level or by calling the library at 781-848-0405 x4417.
Location: Lower Level

When: Feb 1, 2012 7 PM to Feb 1, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19 )
Introduction to Everything Google Session I
Learn how to use the features in Google's advanced search. This 2-part series meets tonight and next Wednesday the 8th. Register for tonight and you are signed up for both classes.
Take a look at other Google products -- Google Maps, Google Books, Google Translate, even the Google pranks! Participants must have basic keyboard and Internet skills.
Space is limited. You may register through the Registration button here on the calendar or at the Reference desk on the lower level or by calling the library at 781-848-0405 x4417.

Location: Computer Area - Lower Level

When: Feb 1, 2012 9:15:00 AM to Feb 1, 2012 10:15:00 AMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:15:00 )
Hold room
Wednesday February 1, 2012
9:00 AM until 8:00 PM

When: Feb 1, 2012 9 AM to Feb 1, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09 )
Susan G. Komen 3-Day
For more information call 1-800-996-3329 or visit www.the3day.org.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Feb 16, 2012 5 PM to Feb 16, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17 )
SEPAC Presents Sib Workshop for Parents
Presented by Janet Thibeau/Mass Sibling Support Network. The primary audience for this workshop is parents who have multiple children and would like information about how to support their child who has a brother or sister with a disability.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Feb 15, 2012 6 PM to Feb 15, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 15 Feb 2012 18 )
Community of Practice
Wednesday February 15, 2012
9:30 AM until 12:30 PM

When: Feb 15, 2012 9 AM to Feb 15, 2012 12 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09 )
Storytime
Saturday Storytime, for children who cannot attend during the week. Hear some stories and make a craft. Saturday Storytimes will be held once a month. No sign-ups needed.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Feb 18, 2012 10 AM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Sat, 18 Feb 2012 10 )
Storytime
Saturday Storytime, for children who cannot attend during the week. Hear some stories and make a craft. Saturday Storytimes will be held once a month. No sign-ups needed.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Mar 17, 2012 10 AM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Sat, 17 Mar 2012 10 )
Chronicling the great depression into World War II : 1940 Census
Michael Brophy Presents Chronicling the great depression into World War II: 1940 Census. Genealogists anxiously wait for the release of the 1940 Census. Find how this census was taken, how the information gathered can benefit your research, and what you can do now to prepare for the release. Find out what information can be gathered from the census, as well as some ideas of doing research in the 1940’s and beyond. Mr. Brophy is a professional genealogical researcher, heir search specialist, and lecturer in the Boston area. He is past Program Director for the Massachusetts Genealogical Council and past Publicity Director.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Apr 5, 2012 7 PM to Apr 5, 2012 8:25:00 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Thu, 05 Apr 2012 19 )
Braintree Art Association
Location: Logan Auditorium, upper level

When: Feb 23, 2012 6 PM to Feb 23, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Thu, 23 Feb 2012 18 )
Brown Bag Book Club
Feel free to bring your lunch and join us for a discussion of "Sarah's Key" by Tatiana de Rosnay.
Book club books are available at the circulation desk about one month before the meeting date and are due back on the day of the discussion.
All readers are always welcome.
Location: Conference Room A - upper level

When: Feb 10, 2012 12 PM to Feb 10, 2012 1 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12 )
A Cookout In January to Support The Braintree Community Youth Center

Support the Braintree Community Youth Center at "A Cookout in January!"

Don't miss the Cookout, we're going to have a BLAST!!

A cookout in January will include a professionally conducted Silent and Live auction by Braintree based Strategic Auction Alliance (The Weitbrecht Family) and awesome entertainment from DJ Ray Productions. There will be lots of great items to bid on! Join us for a fun evening and great deals!!

Auction items: South African Safari, a ride to school in a Braintree Police car, an autographed Bruins hockey puck, a Boston meet & greet with Senator Brown, a tour of the State House & lunch with Senator Keenan, congressional gift basket, Red Sox vs. Yankees tickets, Liberty Hotel and Boston Marriott stays, a Sylvan tutoring package, Sam Adams and Harpoon beer gift packs, a AAA gift basket, F1 racing certificates, a Toshiba 40" HDTV, a Pulsar watch, restaurant and grocery gift certificates, portrait gift certificates from Silowan Photography and Hobbs Studio, Wachusett and Waterville Valley tickets, a Keurig brewer, gift baskets & more!

The cookout menu will include:Grilled Chicken Kabobs and Steak Kabobs with Potato Salad, Corn on the Cob and Tossed Salad. A cash bar will be available throughout the event.

All proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to support the Braintree Youth Center. All major credit cards will be accepted for your purchases.

Thank you in advance for supporting our community and the Braintree Community Youth Center.


* We are accepting auction item donations right up until the day before the event and appreciate your support.


** Can't make it to the event, but would like to support The Youth Center? Donations can be made through this web page, or directly to the Braintree Community Youth Center.

Please contact Tom Weitbrecht at tom@sabids.com with any questions.



When: Jan 27, 2012 6 PM to Jan 27, 2012 11 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts
Cost: A Cookout in January to Support the Braintree Youth Center A Cookout in January to Support The Braintree Youth Center 30.00

Make a Donation to the Braintree Youth Center

(Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18 )
Introduction to Everything Google II
This is the second session of the 2-part series that started last Wednesday.
Learn how to use the features in Google's advanced search. Take a look at other Google products -- Google Maps, Google Books, Google Translate, even the Google pranks! Participants must have basic keyboard and Internet skills.

Location: Computer Area - Lower Level

When: Feb 8, 2012 9:15:00 AM to Feb 8, 2012 10:15:00 AMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:15:00 )
Team in Training - LLS
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Jan 28, 2012 10 AM to Jan 28, 2012 12 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Sat, 28 Jan 2012 10 )
Book Babies
Simple books and songs for the youngest children and their caregivers. For infants, and toddlers through 24 months. This program will last about 20 minutes and is drop in (no sign-up required.) This Winter series runs through Monday March 12.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Feb 27, 2012 9:15:00 AM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Mon, 27 Feb 2012 09:15:00 )
Book Babies
Simple books and songs for the youngest children and their caregivers. For infants, and toddlers through 24 months. This program will last about 20 minutes and is drop in (no sign-up required.) This Winter series runs through Monday March 12.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Mar 5, 2012 9:15:00 AM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Mon, 05 Mar 2012 09:15:00 )
Book Babies
Simple books and songs for the youngest children and their caregivers. For infants, and toddlers through 24 months. This program will last about 20 minutes and is drop in (no sign-up required.) This Winter series runs through Monday March 12.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Mar 12, 2012 9:15:00 AM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Mon, 12 Mar 2012 09:15:00 )
Author Event with Tom McDonald
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Apr 19, 2012 7 PM to Apr 19, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19 )
2011-2012 BYB - ONLY Divisions below are open | Braintree ...

Boys 3rd grade and 6th/7th grade are closed!!! ****IMPORTANT BYB LEAGUE REGISTRATION INFO BELOW, PLEASE READ!!!****
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Welcome, and thank you for using the Braintree Youth Basketball (BYB) on-line registration feature.
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CHILD MUST BE A BRAINTREE RESIDENT IN ORDER TO REGISTER AND/OR PLAY BYB
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For the latest BYB league information, please visit the BYB website anytime at
http://BYB1.ORG/
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WHEN REGISTERING, PLEASE CAREFULLY FOLLOW ALL PROMPTS.
IF YOU ARE REGISTERING MULTIPLE CHILDREN, PLEASE ENTER INFORMATION FOR ALL CHILDREN
BEFORE PAYING.
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TO REGISTER ONLINE NOW, PLEASE CLICK ON THE GREEN "REGISTER NOW" BUTTON AT TOP OF PAGE.
TO REGISTER WITHOUT JOINING ACTIVE, USE OPTION C.



When: Jan 27, 2012 12:01:00 AM in Braintree, Massachusetts
Cost: (Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:01:00 )
SAT Group Course - Braintree (Braintree High School - March 27, 2012)
Revolution Prep group courses give students techniques and strategies to conquer the Math, Reading and Writing sections of the SAT Reasoning Test. Group Course Highlights: * 6+ comprehensive classes * 5+ full-length proctored practice exams * Meets on local high school campuses * Classes average around 15 students * Personalized, targeted homework * The best instructors * Test Zone strategies * Score improvement guarantee The classroom course is comprised of two major components: interactive lectures and practice exams. During the lectures, our instructors review crucial math, reading and writing skills as well as test-taking techniques for each problem type that will allow students to recognize and attack every question on the SAT. Students are also given five practice exams that simulate the official SAT as closely as possible. Each week, students receive detailed feedback and analysis of their practice exams, including specific essay comments targeting the areas that need to be improved. This experience gives students the confidence and comfort level to perform their best on test day. Additional Booster Classes Now Included with Every Purchase. Revolution Prep is now offering Revolution Booster Classes with each SAT or ACT package. Booster Classes are a series of 6-hour modules designed to prepare students for crucial academic and standardized tests beyond the SAT and ACT. Two Booster are included with every Revolution Prep SAT and ACT course at no additional cost, and Booster options include AP exams, SAT Subject Tests, PSAT, advanced SAT/ACT strategies and much more.

When: Mar 27, 2012 12 AM to May 3, 2012 12 AMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00 )
Managing Your GMail Account
A continuation of “Getting Started” this class focuses on keeping your mail organized, sending attachments, working with an address book and other functions of gMail. Participants should be familiar with using a keyboard and mouse and must have an active gMail account.
Space is limited. You may register through the Registration button here on the calendar or at the Reference desk on the lower level or by calling the library at 781-848-0405 x4417.

Location: Computer Area - Lower Level

When: Feb 16, 2012 7 PM to Feb 16, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19 )
Hold room
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Jan 31, 2012 7 AM to Jan 31, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07 )
Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010
This session will introduce you to the basics of word processing and teach you how to find help if you get stuck or want to learn a new function. Participants must be familiar with using a keyboard and mouse.
Space is limited. You may register through the Registration button here on the calendar or at the Reference desk on the lower level or by calling the library at 781-848-0405 x4417.

Location: Computer Area - Lower Level

When: Jan 31, 2012 7 PM to Jan 31, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19 )
Chinese New Year Craft age 3 up
Chinese New Year Craft for children age 3 up. Come make a fun, bright crafts project to celebrate Chinese New Year! No sign-up needed.
Location: Logan Auditorium, upper level

When: Jan 31, 2012 3:45:00 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:45:00 )
Braintree Housing Authority
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Jan 27, 2012 10 AM to Jan 27, 2012 12 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10 )
HOld Room
Saturday February 11, 2012
2:00 PM until 3:00 PM

When: Feb 11, 2012 2 PM to Feb 11, 2012 3 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Sat, 11 Feb 2012 14 )
People to People Student Ambassadors
Orientation meeting
Location: Logan Auditorium, upper level

When: Feb 11, 2012 10 AM to Feb 11, 2012 1 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Sat, 11 Feb 2012 10 )

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