Saugus Public Library

WELCOME TRUSTEES

The staff of the Saugus Public Library welcomes new Board of Trustee members, Mr. Paul Allan, Mr. Matthew Canterbury and Ms. Gail Murray. We’re looking forward to working with our new Trustees.

The next meeting of the Board of Library Trustees will be Thursday, June 7 at 7 PM in the Community room.

The Board welcomes your input and encourages the public to attend the meetings.

AUTHOR STEPHEN PULEO IS COMING TO SAUGUS PUBLIC LIBRARY

The library welcomes Stephen Puleo at 6:30 pm on May 15, 2012 to talk about his book,
Dark Tide. The author will discuss what happened in Boston on January 15, 1919 when a molasses storage tank burst and a wave of molasses engulfed the city.
This is a free event, but space is limited. Please call or stop by the Circulation Desk to reserve a seat.

SAUGUS ACROPOLIS

The Saugus Acropolis is a Discussion Group which meets every month at the library. Join us May 14th 7-9 PM to talk about the War of 1812.

STOP BY THE CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT MAY 16 TO CELEBRATE SPRING

All ages, all day. Make fabulous flowers just in time for the middle of May! Learn about shapes, decorate beautifully, and bring a fabulous bouquet home.

NEW ONLINE CATALOG

Saugus Public Library and the other NOBLE libraries are switching to a new online catalog called Evergreen.

Why?
The new catalog has many user-friendly features. The Evergreen catalog offers improved searching, and features such as saved book lists and text messages. Instead of using your library card number to log in to your account, you will be able to set up a personalized user name and password.

When?
The switch will take place the weekend of May 26 - 28.

Will there be a disruption of service?
You will be able to download books from Overdrive, but the online catalog, online renewals and hold requests will not be available during the conversion period.

You will need to set your PIN on the new system. You can do this from home or by coming in to the library. From home, the Evergreen PIN reset process starts with the login screen on the catalog. A reset password link will be sent to the email address on file in our current system.

Please feel free to call the library with any questions at 781-231-4168.

Hours

HOURS

The library will be closed on the Memorial Day Weekend May 26 through 28. Have a safe and happy long weekend.

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April is National Poetry Month
Stop by the Library for a book of poetry or get a poem “to go” at the Children’s Desk.

Spring Haiku:

Beautiful weather
Blooming flowers everywhere
Spring is in the air

April Vacation is coming up
All ages are invited to stop by the Children’s Room on Thursday April 19 to create your own ship. Will it have pirates? Explorers? Passengers? You get to choose! Check out the Children’s Calendar for this and many other programs this month.

The Saugus Acropolis
Join us April 9 7-9 PM to talk about Economic Theory. Please note that this is a change in the originally scheduled date of April 19. You are invited to choose any book about this topic that interests you and share your findings with the other members of the group.

Book Group
Join the group on April 17, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss Girl with a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier. Don’t forget to plan ahead for May 15. The selection is Dark Tide by Stephen Puleo. Stephen will join us to talk about this unusual historical event. Seating is limited so please call or visit the library to sign up.

Museum Passes
The library now has passes to the Museum of Science as well as the Children’s Museum. To reserve passes please call or stop by the Circulation Desk (781.231.4168 ext. 13). Thank you to the Saugus Public Library Foundation for funding the purchase of these passes.

Vacation Planning
Summer is just around the corner. We have new travel guides and language learning CDs. Start your planning at the library!

Hours
The library will be closing at 1:00 on Friday April 6 in observance of Good Friday, and will be closed all day on April 16, Patriot’s Day.

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Our Children’s Department is the place to be this month! On March 22, 3pm – 4pm learn to crochet! With yarn and a hook, you can make scarves, bags, clothes–even toys! Stop by the library to learn the very first steps of crochet. More advanced kids are welcome to bring projects, share their knowledge, or get help with a new stitch! Ages 8-12, please pre-register. Check the Calendar for this and many other programs this month.

The Saugus Acropolis
Join us March 12th 7-9PM to talk about Presidential Campaigns.
You are invited to choose any book about this topic that interests you and share your findings with the other members of the group.

Book Group
Join the group on March 20, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese. Don’t forget to plan ahead for May 15. The selection is Dark Tide by Stephen Puleo. Stephen will join us to talk about this unusual historical event.

Museum Passes.
We’re excited to tell you that the library now has passes to the Children’s Museum. To reserve passes please call or stop by the Circulation Desk (781.231.4168 ext. 13). Thank you to the Saugus Public Library Foundation for funding the purchase of the Children’s Museum passes. For more information visit the Museum website

Free Test Prep
Prepare for the SAT and the GED, civil service and many other tests!
Get ready by taking online practice tests or take an online Prep Course. All you need to do is log in with your library card and scroll down to the Testing and Education Reference Center.

Do You Need Help With Your Ebook?
The “My Help” section at OverDrive will take you through the steps of getting a library book onto your ebook. Click on More Information on the top left of the page for step-by-step instructions for downloading an ebook or audiobook. Feel free to bring your device in to the library for assistance.

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Don’t forget to visit our children’s web page to see what’s going on in the Children’s Department this month!

The Saugus Acropolis
Join us February 13th from 7-9PM to talk about Addiction.
You are invited to choose any book about Addiction that interests you and share your findings with the other members of the group.

Valentine Drop-In Crafts
All day, all ages. Stop by the library any time to make a fun craft for Valentine’s Day. (You’ll just love it!)
Tuesday, Feb 14, 2012
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Presidents’ Day
February 20, 2012, the Library will be closed.

Book Group
Join the group on Feb. 21, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel Barbery.

Join us as we welcome John Galluzzo,
Adult Education & Citizen Science Coordinator for Mass. Audubon’s South Shore Sanctuaries. John will speak about his recent book, Half an Hour a Day Across Massachusetts: Finding Nature in Every Town in the Commonwealth. Last year John took a half-hour walk in each of the towns in Massachusetts. His goal was to prove that a nature walk is never out of reach for a citizen of Massachusetts. Stop in to hear about his adventures across the state!
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
7 PM
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Book Donations
Thank you for supporting the library with your generous donations for our book sale. The proceeds have enabled us to purchase new books, DVDs and to schedule special programs over the years. However, due to space limitations and customer needs we will no longer be able to accept VHS tapes, magazines, encyclopedias, textbooks or cassettes. The best selling materials are clean, odor-free, gently-used and current books and DVDs.

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Best wishes for a happy and safe 2012 from the Director and Staff of Saugus Public Library. We’re making great plans for the library this year and look forward to sharing them with you!

WHAT’S GOING ON AT THE LIBRARY?

WHAT’S NEW AT THE LIBRARY?

AS ALWAYS

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Best wishes for a happy and safe holiday season from the Director and Staff of Saugus Public Library. We look forward to seeing you in the New Year!

The Saugus Public Library is sponsoring a Christmas Tree for the MEG Foundation’s Evergreens & Lights Festival. If you haven’t had a chance to see the beautiful trees, drop by 54-58 Essex Street December 2 from 7:00-9:00 pm or December 3 from 4:00-8:00 pm.

The Care and Feeding of Vegetarians and Vegans If you are wondering what to feed the vegetarians and vegans in your life, come to this free program on Tuesday, December 6 at 7:00 pm. Just in time for the holidays, long-time vegan Angela White will share recipe ideas and explanations of common ingredients, and tasty baked goods!

Visit the children’s web page to see the many programs planned this month by our children’s librarian.

Food for Fines You can help others while you help yourself by participating in our Annual Food for Fines program. In general, each food item you donate will decrease your library fines by $1, and all food will be donated to local food pantries. Please stop by the Circulation Desk with your nonperishable food donations.Thank you for your participation.

The Library offers Home Delivery The library delivers materials to homebound Saugus residents. Books, audio-books, magazines, music and DVDs are all available. If you are unable to get to the library, either temporarily or permanently and would like delivery, please contact the library to request this free service or to learn more about it.

Saugus Acropolis Join us December 12th 7-9PM for a discussion about Diverse Cultures. You are invited to choose any book on the scheduled topic that interests you and report your findings to the other members of the group.

Book Discussion Group The group will not meet in December. The next meeting will be January 17 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay. Hope you will join us!

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COMING IN JANUARY
2013 Long Range Plan Subcommittee
The Library Board of Trustees Long Range Plan Subcommittee is holding a public forum on Monday, January 9th, at 7PM at the Library. This public forum is geared towards the consideration of adopting a new library mission statement based upon public opinion of the existing one. All interested parties are encouraged to attend.

eBOOK Class
The library will be hosting sessions on using ebooks in January. Watch our website or facebook page for the dates.

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Visit the children’s web page to see the many programs planned this month by our children’s librarian. Here’s one you won’t want to miss!

Curious Creatures will visit the library
Thursday, November 10th @ 3:30pm and 4:15pm

Calling all children, parents, and curious people! Walk, waddle, or wade to the library to see Curious Creatures and their show of amazing animals. You’ll see (and maybe touch) lizards, reptiles, skunks, and more! Space is limited for these back-to-back sessions. Tickets will be available beginning November 3rd.
Ages 3+, registration required : you must pick up a free ticket at the
library in advance.

Coupon Exchange
Monday, November 7 from 7:00-8:30 pm
Bring coupons to swap and discuss strategies to maximize your savings!

Book Discussion Group Tuesday, November 8, 6:30-8:00 pm

The novel for November is “Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand” by Simonson. A fabulous read! Join us and bring a friend. Call the library if you need a copy of the book. The Book Group will not meet in December, but we will be getting together in January.

Downsizing in Retirement? - Don’t be overwhelmed!
Join us at Saugus Public Library on NOVEMBER 10, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. for an enlightening discussion on housing & lifestyle options in retirement.

The goal of our workshop is to help you answer these questions and any others you may have:

Hosted by Christopher Grande of Walnut Hill Advisors. Please call
781.231.4168 to register for this free program.

The Saugus Acropolis
This Discussion Group meets every month at the library. Join us November 14th 7-9PM for a lively discussion on Brain Science.

Car Repair Help OnlineThe library subscribes to the online version of Chilton Car Repair. There are thousands of year, make and model combinations covering the most popular vehicles of the past 30 years, plus additional coverage of specialty models.

Goodsearch Saugus Public Library is now partnering with Goodsearch, a search engine which allows libraries and other non-profit organizations to raise money when patrons search the internet. Also, whenever you make a purchase through Goodsearch, the library earns money.

Magazine Subscriptions
The Saugus Public Library has officially begun its annual Adopt-a-Magazine Program for the 2012 subscriptions. Purchasing an annual magazine subscription is a great way to show your support for the Saugus Public Library and the community. We will display your name prominently by your subscription, or you may make a donoration in honor of a person or event. Adopt-a-Magazine Program forms are available at the library or you can call 781.231.4168 for more information

The Library will be CLOSED on Friday, November 11 in observance of Veterans’ Day.

Library Hours Hours Sept. 6, 2011 - May 29, 2012

Monday-Thursday- 9:30 a.m.- 9:00 p.m.

Friday: 9:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Saturday- 9:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

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The Library will be CLOSED on Monday, October 10th in observance of Columbus Day.

Library Hours Hours Sept. 6, 2011 - May 29, 2012

Monday-Thursday- 9:30 a.m.- 9:00 p.m.

Friday: 9:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Saturday- 9:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Check out the calendar on the children’s web page to see the many programs planned this month by our creative children’s librarian. Click on the link to her blog for some great book suggestions.

The SPL book discussion group is meeting on Tuesday, October 11 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout. Hope you will join us!
The book for the November 8th meeting is Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand by Helen Simonson.

We are pleased to announce that Kindle books were added to our eBook collection in September. Click on the OverDrive link to search the catalog and begin downloading books to your Kindle

October is “Cookbook Month”. If you missed our cookbook sale and visit by Amy McCoy, author of the Poor Girl Gourmet, October isn’t over. There are still cookbooks to purchase, or you can participate in the discussion on International Cooking at the Saugus Acropolis Discussion Group on October 17th at 7 PM at the library.

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The Library is holding a cook book sale and hosting author Amy McCoy

The library is holding a two-day cook book sale on Friday, September 30 and Saturday, October 1 from 9:30 to 4. Whatever your speciality, stop by, and you’ll find a cook book for you.

Amy McCoy, the author of The Poor Girl Gourmet blog and cook book, will be at the Saugus Public Library on Wednesday, October 5 at 7 pm. Stop by to hear how to eat in style on a bare-bones budget.