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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 )

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 )

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 )

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 )

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 )

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 )

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 )

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 )

Red Cross Blood Drive

Donation Types: Platelets

When: Feb 5, 2012 7 AM to Feb 5, 2012 5 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Sun, 05 Feb 2012 07 )

Storyeller Sharon Kennedy age 5 up

Storyteller Sharon Kennedy weaves amazing tales you'll be dazzled by! Sharon's tales are told from memory. She uses her voice along body and arm movements to create characters and drama. Age 5 up.No sign-ups. The first 100 children, age 5 up, will be admitted. May be sponsored by Braintree Cultural Council, a local agency, which is funded by Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency as are applying for a grant from them.
http://sharonkennedy.com
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Aug 15, 2012 3 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15 )

The Day the Library Went Wild

The Day the Library Went Wild! Jay Mankita brings his great show of songs and stories to Braintree. It is the kickoff to the Summer Reading Program "Dream Big- READ!!! For ages 4 -11. Jay Mankita is a masterful guitarist, singer and songwriter. For the past 30 years, he has presented thousands of concerts for adults and for children. No registration required.The first 100 children age 4-11 will be admitted. The library has submitted a grant application so that it might be sponsored by Braintree Cultural Council, a local agency, which is funded by Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
http://jaymankita.com/
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Jun 21, 2012 3 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Thu, 21 Jun 2012 15 )

Dr.Doohickey's Monster Machine Show

Dr.Doohickey's Monster Machine comes to town! For ages 4 +. Plot: Dr. Doohicky always thought that monsters were more interesting than people. Why have two arms when you could have seven? The good doctor and his assistant, Reginald, fire up their Monster machine and make the world a more interesting place. Show is a bit scary, so only for age 4 -11. Presented by Brad Shur, the artist-in-residence at the Puppet Showplace Theatre in Brookline. No registration required.The first 100 children, age 4-11, will be admitted.We have submitted a grant application,so that it might be sponsored by Braintree Cultural Council, a local agency, which is funded by Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
http://puppetshowplace.org/
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Apr 18, 2012 3 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15 )

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 )

NOOK Day

NOOK Day
NOOK Event

Aug 01, 2011 10:30 AM

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

When: Feb 6, 2012 10 AM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10 )

Team in Training - LLS

Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Apr 28, 2012 10 AM to Apr 28, 2012 12 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Sat, 28 Apr 2012 10 )

Board games for kids

Board games for kids! We provide the games; you bring the skill and luck, and a friend if you want. Awesome teen Gina, will help set up the games, and help out if needed. No sign-up needed.
Location: Childrens Room

When: Feb 8, 2012 3 PM to Feb 8, 2012 4 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15 )

LEGOs

LEGO fun for kids! Target has generously provided LEGOs to use. Come create whatever your imagination will think of! We'll set up in the Children's Room, near the copy machine. For kids age 6 up. No sign-up needed. We'll have LEGO programs for age 6 up twice a month on Wednesdays at 3:45 - 4:45, and Board Games twice a month on Wednesdays for age 8 up until 4:30.
Location: Childrens Room

When: Feb 29, 2012 3 PM to Feb 29, 2012 4 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15 )

Lego display

Check out the cool LEGO display in the Upper Level Display case. Max has allowed the library to keep his LEGOs on display through School Vacation week ,so that kids could see the figures, vehicles and more from his amazing collection.

When: Feb 24, 2012 9 AM to Feb 24, 2012 5 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Fri, 24 Feb 2012 09 )

LEGOs

LEGO fun for kids! Target has generously provided LEGOs for to use at the library during LEGO programs. Come create, build whatever your imagination will think of! We'll set up in the Children's Room, near the copy machine. For kids age 6 up. No sign-up needed. We'll have LEGO programs for age 6 up twice a month on Wednesdays at 3:45 - 4:45, and Board Games twice a month on Wednesdays for age 8 up until 4:30.
Location: Childrens Room

When: Feb 15, 2012 3:45:00 PM to Feb 15, 2012 4:45:00 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:45:00 )

OCLN Public Service Meeting

HOld Room

When: Feb 23, 2012 9 AM to Feb 23, 2012 11 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09 )

Family Folk Dance ages 6-12

For ages 6-12.Presented by the musical group Tatu Mianzi. "Dance Dance - Wherever You May Be!" All you need is a floor! Get up off your feet for this invigorating introduction to folk dance and singing games. Try some do-si-do and circle to the left, winding down with a story for all. No sign ups. The first 100 children age 6-12 will be admitted. Programs at at the library are always free. Music by Tatu Mianzi, a family chamber group. It showcases the remarkable talents of mom Susan Reed and teen Allison Reed, both on violin, along with teen Kate Reed on cello.(Kate and Allison are instrumentalists as well as singers who record regularly on family CD’s, and children’s books with Barefoot Books publisher.)
http://susanreed.com
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Feb 22, 2012 3 PM to Feb 22, 2012 4 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15 )

T'ai Chi

T'ai Chi with Peggy Leung. For adults, elders, teens who would like to learn calm and quiet ways to gently move their body.T'ai Chi creates more relaxation and less stress for your mind and body. Gentle, repetitive movements target various parts of the body for stretching and attention. Peggy Leung is an experienced teacher who presents an excellent class that is easy to follow. Accompanied by peaceful music, you will learn basic movements that you can use at home. You choose the amount of movement to do, if want to modify it. No sign ups needed. Programs at the library are always free.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Feb 18, 2012 2 PM to Feb 18, 2012 3 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Sat, 18 Feb 2012 14 )

Girl Scout Leader Meeting

Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Feb 13, 2012 7 PM to Feb 13, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19 )

Hold for event

Saturday February 18, 2012
2:00 PM until 3:00 PM

When: Feb 18, 2012 2 PM to Feb 18, 2012 3 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Sat, 18 Feb 2012 14 )

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 )

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 )

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 )

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 )

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 )

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 )

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 )

Computer Series - Session II

Location: Lower Level

When: Feb 16, 2012 2 PM to Feb 16, 2012 3 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14 )

Story-time for ages 2 and 3

Stories, songs and a simple craft, with Elisabeth. To promote literacy, learning and fun for ages 2 and 3. Drop in (no sign-up). This Winter series starts today and goes through Monday March 12. Does not meet on President's Day Feb. 20.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Feb 6, 2012 10 AM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10 )

Georgia O'Keeffe Workshop

Gregory Maichack has been twice nominated for the MCC Gold Star Program Award and is an award winning pastelist. Maichack will present an all new workshop - "The Art of Georgia O'Keeffe: How to Pastel Paint Flowers Workshop". Register ahead for this art workshop.Instructions, demo, & hands on work by participants. You may keep the pastel painting you create. Materials are included. May be sponsored by Braintree Cultural Council, a local agency, which is funded by Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Mar 21, 2012 6 PM to Mar 21, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 21 Mar 2012 18 )

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 )

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: Feb 5, 2012 12:01:00 AM in Braintree, Massachusetts
Cost: (Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:01:00 )

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 )

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 8, 2012 6 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18 )

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 )

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 )

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 8, 2012 10 AM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10 )

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 )

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 )

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 )

Red Cross Blood Drive

Donation Types: Blood, Double Red Cell Donations

When: Feb 13, 2012 1 PM to Feb 13, 2012 7 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13 )

Storytime

Storytime
Storytime
Children's
Sep 06, 2011 10:30 AM

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

When: Feb 7, 2012 10 AM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10 )

The Lion King Movie Screening

Come see "The Lion King" on the big screen! Disney has re-mastered the original. Wonderful story. You might find you are singing along with the happy song "Hakuna Matata". Rated PG. Programs at the library are always free.
Location: Logan Auditorium - upper level

When: Feb 23, 2012 2 PM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Thu, 23 Feb 2012 14 )

Getting Started with GMail

Create your own e-mail account and learn the basics of sending and receiving email — and keeping it all organized!
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 ext. 4417.
Participants must have experience using a mouse and keyboard and be comfortable navigating a Web page.
Location: Computer Area - Lower Level

When: Feb 15, 2012 7 PM to Feb 15, 2012 8 PMin Braintree, Massachusetts (Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19 )

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 )

Getting Started with iPhone 4S

Discover everything that's new with the iPhone 4S. We'll show you how to capture every moment with the 8 megapixel camera and the 1080p HD video camera. You'll learn the ins and outs of iMessage, Notification Center, Siri, Reminders, FaceTime, and over 200 new features.

When: Feb 6, 2012 9 AM in Braintree, Massachusetts (Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09 )

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