Wednesday, October 31, 2012

November 2012



VENTRESS VOICE

Newsletter of the Ventress Memorial Library

Marshfield, Massachusetts

NOVEMBER 2012         Volume 19,   No. 10
FROM THE DIRECTOR. . .
By Ellen Riboldi
November is “Family Literacy Month.” The library will present two programs to encourage you to enjoy books and reading with your family: Saturday, November 24, 1 p.m. Storyteller Big Ryan and Thursday, November 29, 6:30 p.m.  EBook author and Marshfield resident Lisa Vallier.

Marshfield Historical Society has an exhibit on loan about archaeological artifacts found in Marshfield. It is located in the display case outside the Historical Room in the library.

Thank you to Marshfield DPW for removing shrubs at the library’s crosswalk to increase visibility for drivers and pedestrians.

LIBRARY CULTURAL SERIES PROGRAM CONTINUES
By Chris Woods, Head of Reference Services
The Ventress Memorial Library Cultural Series will present a free Veterans Day
program on Saturday, November 10, at 1:00 p.m., to include a concert of patriotic music by Marshfield’s “Celtic K’s.” The program begins with an appearance by North Marshfield resident Eugene Jackson, who will be honored for his work as one of the elite Tuskegee Airmen during WWII; film clips will follow. Featured speaker is Marshfield resident and historian Bill Dunn who will present a local history lecture entitled: “Giving Thanks in Littletown: The Civil War Story of Private William W. Randall.” Barry Cornwallwill reprise his reading of the poignant “Sullivan Ballou Letter” followed by aviolin solo of the haunting “Ashokan Farewell” and a concert of patriotic music through the centuries. Flag cake and punch will be served during a social hour
following a patriotic sing-a-long. The program is free and open to the public.
No tickets are required. Light refreshments will be served. The library and
program room are handicapped accessible.

CHILDREN’S CORNER
By Wendy Ward, Head of Children’s Services
November is family literacy month and the library will host two special events for children and families.  On Saturday, November 10th at 10:30, singer/guitarist Mama Steph will perform for preschoolers and their parents/caregivers.  The performance is free of charge and no registration is necessary to attend.  On Saturday, November 24th at 1:00 pm. Story teller Big Ryan of Big Ryan’s Tall Tales will perform for kids and their families.  In addition, weekly story times for children age 0-7 continue.  Stop by the children’s room, or visit our website www.ventresslibrary.org for more information.

CIRCULATION STATS AND CHAT
By Amy Boivin, Head of Circulation Services
Books in Boo!
Books in Boo! was great fun for all here at the library from October 22 to October 31. Prizes were won, displays were gazed at, and Jacky O’Lantern was always found no matter where she hid in the library! Did you sadly miss this wonderful event? Photos have been put up on the library’s Facebook page which you can access from our main webpage. Check out all the fun we had!
Museum Passes
Did you know you can get discounted passes to various museums in the area? The library offers passes you can reserve for our Marshfield residents. Some of our popular passes are the Boston Children’s Museum, Science Museum, MFA, Heritage Museum and Gardens and Plimoth Plantation. Check out our full list of passes on our website or call and reserve a pass at 781-834-5535.
Tech Updates
Looking for a good book? The library’s weekly blog is updated every Tuesday and Friday. Find the New Books Blog on the library’s homepage www.ventresslibrary.org under Our Blogs. Suggestions are also always welcome and highly appreciated. Tuesdays are Teen Pick of the Week! Also check out our Live Facebook Reader’s Advisory, anytime, anywhere! Log on to the library’s Facebook page and post the last 3 books you have enjoyed and librarian, Amy Boivin will find you your next read. Circ Stats: The library circulated 15,743 items in September!

DISHIN’ FROM THE KITCHEN
By Jane Covitz, Library Assistant

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Cooks note: This is a soft "cakey" cookie.  It goes great with coffee, tea or cocoa.
Enjoy the bounty of the fall season!!
Ingredients: 1 cup canned pumpkin; 1 cup sugar; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1 egg; 2 cups all purpose flour; 2 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp cinnamon; 1 tsp ground ginger; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 tsp baking soda; 1 tsp milk; 1 tsp vanilla; 2 cups milk chocolate chips

Combine pumpkin, sugar, vegetable oil, and egg; mix well. In separate bowl stir together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger and salt. Dissolve baking soda with milk and stir in; add flour mixture to pumpkin mixture, mix well.  Add chocolate chips and vanilla.
Drop by spoonful onto greased cookie sheet. Bake about 10 minutes at 350 degrees (until lightly browned).

Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA 02050 
781-834-5535     www.ventresslibrary.org  Like us on Facebook!
Hours  Mon. –Thurs.   10 – 8, Fri. and Sat.  10 – 4, Closed Sunday
Closed on Mon., 11/12, close at 4 on Wed. 11/21, closed Thurs 11/22 and Fri., 11/23
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Newsletter staff:   Chris Woods, Editor; Jaclyn Robinson, Artist

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

October 2012



VENTRESS VOICE


Newsletter of the Ventress Memorial Library

Marshfield, Massachusetts

OCTOBER 2012         Volume 19,   No. 9
       First Annual Books in BOO!

By Jaclyn Robinson, Library Assistant

Are you ready for some SPOOK-TACULAR fun in October? The library staff is eagerly anticipating the staging of our first “Books in BOO!” From October 22 until October 31, we will be featuring some of our favorite Halloween books throughout the library. Come and enjoy some scary, creepy and delightful displays!

And then. . . .to add to the excitement. . .each day, somewhere in the library, hidden in a deep, dark corner will be. . .”Jacky O’Lantern!” Here is how it will work: find “Jacky”; tell us how Jacky is dressed that day; write down the title of a book nearby; and enter our drawing. Adults, teens and children are welcome to participate. Children may enter each day. They will receive a small prize and be entered into a drawing for a daily prize. Adults and teens may also enter each day to receive one grand prize for each age group at the end of the show.

Don’t miss “Books in Boo!” This promises to be the start of another great tradition at the library -- Happy Halloween!!


LIBRARY RECEIVES ANONYMOUS $500 DONATION
By Ellen Riboldi, Library Director

The library recently received a very generous anonymous gift of $500 to be used as needed. The money has will be applied to the severely reduced book budget to buy new materials. A big “thank-you” goes out to this donor for his/her kindness and generosity!

VENTRESS LIBRARY CULTURAL SERIES UPCOMING EVENTS!
 By Chris Woods, Head of Reference Services

Tuesday, October 9, 6-7:30 p.m., Tuesday Night Lecture,1940 Census: Chronicling the Great Depression into World War II,” Michael Brophy. Free, no registration or tickets required.

The 1940  census was released to the public on April 2, 2012. Genealogist and researcher Michael Brophy shows how the information can benefit your research and gives tips for accessing the data. Bring your questions! For more information visit www.brophygen.com.

Saturday, October 20, 2:00 p.m., Saturday Concert, “Jazz at the Ventress.” Ed Sorrentino quartet. Free, no tickets required. Refreshments!

Come hear percussionist Ed Sorrentino and fellow jazz musicians play audience favorites with a few surprises. Special guest is jazz vocalist Melodee Savage-Roderick who has performed professionally on Broadway, off-Broadway, in national tours and in regional theatre as a singer, actor and dancer. She has received critical acclaim for her performances of Duke Ellington’s music. Relax on a Saturday afternoon with the mellow sounds of jazz!


CIRCULATION STATS AND CHAT
By Amy Boivin, Head of Circulation Services

Tech Updates
Looking for a good book? The library’s weekly blog is updated every Tuesday and Friday. Find the New Books Blog on the library’s homepage www.ventresslibrary.org under Our Blogs. Suggestions are also always welcome and highly appreciated. Tuesdays are Teen Pick of the Week! Also check out our Live Facebook Reader’s Advisory, anytime, anywhere! Log on to the library’s Facebook page and post the last 3 books you have enjoyed and librarian, Amy Boivin will find you your next read.

Circ Stats
The library circulated 19,918 items in August!


CHILDREN’S CORNER
By Wendy Ward, Head of Children’s Services

Fall story times are ongoing.  We have three story times: Tales for Tots, Story Time, and Story Craft.  Only Story Craft requires registration.  Please see the webpage or pick up a flier in the children’s room for more information.

Singer/guitarist Mama Steph will be performing on Saturday, October 13th at 10:30.  This performance is appropriate for young children and their caregivers, is free of charge and requires no registration.

The library will participate in Trick or Treat Marshfield Center again this year.  Children’s librarian, Wendy Ward, will hold a “Not too spooky story time” at 1 p.m. in the program room of the library to kick off the event.

JENKS, JAZZ AND JIVE
By Karen Jenks, Library Assistant

This month I'm highlighting several new CDs which feature superb performances from musicians who specialize in trumpet, electric bass guitar and classical guitar.

Chris Botti - Trumpet - "Impressions"

Botti, the world's largest selling jazz instrumentalist, has created a beautiful compilation of romantic melodies from around the world.  Botti's musical artistry on the trumpet is mesmerizing in that the instrument seems to take on vocal qualities.  Botti's selection of guest artists who perform on this album are diverse yet perfect choices to complement the tone of the album. "Losing You," written by Randy Newman, features Vince Gill's poignant, tender vocals and closes with a crystalline trumpet solo that leaves the listener soothed by Botti's passionate interpretation.  Andrea Bocelli performs on "Per Te" ("For You"), a gentle and meditative composition written by Botti and David Foster, multi-talented producer, songwriter and musician. Foster and jazz great Herbie Hancock also guest as pianists, and Mark Knopfler (Dire Straits) adds vocals and guitar on the album's closing tune "What a Wonderful World." Listeners will love to linger on this soothing, gentle musical journey.

Marcus Miller - Electric Bass Guitar - "Renaissance"

Marcus Miller, a composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist, has worked for many years as a session musician.  He has won numerous Grammy awards as a producer for other artists, and now with "Renaissance" has released a top-notch CD of great grooving jazz which he produced, arranged and composed.  Miller  plays a Fender electric jazz bass and specializes in the "slapping the bass" technique - sounds like the bass guitar heard on the soundtrack from the television series "Seinfeld." The CD includes an ensemble of players featuring alto saxophone, trumpet, guitar, piano, percussion and drums.  Miller takes the electric bass to new levels, and like Chris Botti, gives the instrument its own voice as if it's the lead vocal.  Miller shines on a layered bass solo on the Jackson Five's classic "I'll Be There" - you'll really hear the versatility and sensuality of this instrument.

Sharon Isbin - Classical Guitar - "Guitar Passions"

World renowned classical guitarist Sharon Isbin honors her guitar heroes who are a diverse group of classical, rock and jazz musicians.  The selections on this album, inspired by South American and Spanish roots, will leave you totally immersed in the brilliance and intensity of the classical guitar.  Isbin collaborates with jazz guitarist Stanley Jordan and rock guitarist and vocalist Nancy Wilson of Heart.  On "Allegro" Isbin and rock guitarist Steve Vai soar to great heights as they blend their classical and electric guitars flawlessly. Perhaps the most interesting collaboration is on "O Presidente" with Paul Winter featured on soprano saxophone.

Listening to these performers, who are masters of their chosen instruments, is an incredibly satisfying and captivating experience.  I hope you too will find enjoyment in these passionate performances by these tremendously talented artists.


Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA 02050 
781-834-5535     www.ventresslibrary.org  Like us on Facebook!
Hours  Mon. –Thurs.   10 – 8, Fri. and Sat.  10 – 4, Closed Sunday
L:ibrary will be closed on Monday, October 8, to observe Columbus Day
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Newsletter staff:   Chris Woods, Editor; Jaclyn Robinson, Artist

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

September 2012



VENTRESS VOICE


Newsletter of the Ventress Memorial Library

Marshfield, Massachusetts

SEPTEMBER 2012         Volume 19,   No. 8

A Message from the Ventress Library Board of Trustees

The Trustees would like to keep the Marshfield community abreast of ongoing projects and plans for improvements for the library. We will give a quarterly update on our progress to keep the community informed of some of the behind-the-scenes efforts taking place to offer Marshfield the very best library we can.

Recently you were informed of the Beautification Project to improve the grounds of the library. The goal of this project is to clean the walkways, building exterior and landscape of the library.  We hope this will set a warm and inviting atmosphere to entice more patrons to spend time at the library. With the playground and skate park so close, including time at the library can be a wonderful way to spend an afternoon.

We are diligently working on ideas to improve the children and teen areas of the library. We recognize these areas are small, dark and inefficient to serve the needs of the community, but with continued effort and support of the community we hope to improve these areas to the best of our abilities. 

In a collaborative effort with the Library Director, Ellen Riboldi, we will continue to offer programs to expand the knowledge and interest of patrons of all ages at the library.

We encourage the community to share their input as we work together to bring you the very best library we can. Please email us at Marshfield4RLibrary@gmail.com with comments and/or suggestions.  

Sincerely,

The Ventress Library Board of Trustees
Mary Ann Walsh, Chair
Jean Christensen, Treasurer
Jeanne Horan, Clerk
Michelle Noonan
Bob Brait


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VENTRESS LIBRARY CULTURAL SERIES ANNOUNCES 2012-2013 PROGRAMMING
 By Chris Woods, Head of Reference Services

Tuesday, September 4, 6-7:30 p.m.,Tuesday Night Lecture, “Remembering Titanic: 100th Anniversary,” John Horrigan.  Free, no registration or tickets required

Historical lecturer John Horrigan's talk about the RMS Titanic's single, fateful voyage will be enhanced with a slide show presentation. Learn about the special features that made Titanic one of the most technically advanced ships of its time. Horrigan will explore the facts, myths and legends surrounding Titanic and explain about how modern technology is helping historians delve into the truth of Titanic's untimely end. There will also be an exhibit of ship manifests, passenger lists, books, magazines, and photos.

Saturday, September 15, 2:00 p.m., Saturday Concert Kick-Off, “Paul Carroll’s Musical Journey Through Time,” Piano player Paul Carroll and Narrator Barbara Carroll. Free, no tickets required. Refreshments!

We welcome back popular ragtime piano player Paul Carroll and his narrator Barbara Carroll who expand their time period scope from Bach to Boogie Woogie. Jump on the magic carpet on this musical journey through time!

Tuesday, October 9, 6-7:30 p.m., Tuesday Night Lecture,1940 Census: Chronicling the Great Depression into World War II,” Michael Brophy. Free, no registration or tickets required.

The 1940  census was released to the public on April 2, 2012. Genealogist and researcher Michael Brophy shows how the information can benefit your research and gives tips for accessing the data. Bring your questions! For more information visit www.brophygen.com.

Saturday, October 20, 2:00 p.m., Saturday Concert, “Jazz at the Ventress.” Ed Sorrentino quartet. Free, no tickets required. Refreshments!

Come hear percussionist Ed Sorrentino and fellow jazz musicians play audience favorites with a few surprises. Relax  on a Saturday afternoon with the mellow sounds of jazz!

Saturday, November 10, 2:00 p.m., Veteran’s Day Stories and Concert, featuring Marshfield’ own “Celtic Ks” and Civil War historian Bill Dunn presenting: “Giving Thanks in Littletown – The Civil War Story of Private William W. Randall.” Free!

This annual event honors Veterans of our town and beyond. Patriotic music, local history stories and memorial displays. Traditional flag cake and punch will be served!                                                                                                                   

Tuesday, November 20, 6 – 7:30 p.m., Tuesday Night Lecture, “North River Shipwreck,” Paul F. McCarthy.  Free, no registration or tickets required.

Marshfield resident Paul F. McCarthy, an amateur marine archaeologist and history buff will present a lecture entitled "The Search to Identify a 19th Century Wooden Sailing Ship Wrecked in the North River in Marshfield." Back by popular demand, the lecture includes a Power Point presentation of wreck  photographs as well as  pictorial results of  three years of research and references to the North River shipbuilding past. Local history at its best!

Tuesday, December 11, 5:00 p.m., Tuesday  Night Film Screening, “White Christmas.”  Library’s program room is handicapped accessible. Free, no registration or tickets required.

Come take a trip down classic holiday memory lane with Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye and Rosemary Clooney. Hear Bing croon the movie’s iconic theme song. Hot cocoa and candy canes served!

Saturday, December 15, 2:00 p.m., Saturday Concert, “Home for the Holidays,” with Cabaret singer John O’Neil and pianist Jim Rice. Free, no tickets required. Refreshments!

Outside the snow is falling and friends are calling “Yoo-hoo.” John’s mother believed that people could be separated into two groups: Those who hung their tinsel piece by piece and those who threw it on willy-nilly and didn’t give a hoot where it landed. Join John as he takes you on a sleigh ride of songs and memories of the holiday season from Thanksgiving through New Years. Includes optional sing-a-longs! For more information visit www.johnoneilatlast.com

Saturday, January 12 (snow date January 19), 2:00 p.m., Saturday Concert, “Flute Songs for the New Year,” Orlando Cela, flutist. Free, no tickets required. Refreshments!

World-renowned flutist Orlando Cela will educate and entertain with polished  renditions of classic flute solo pieces and provide instruction on the history of the flute and flute music. A creative, refreshing and relaxing start to the New Year.  Treat yourself! For more information visit www.orlandocela.com

Stay tuned for more Ventress Library Cultural Series events planned for January through May 2013. . .one lecture and one concert per month!

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CHILDREN’S CORNER
By Wendy Ward, Head of Children’s Services

Fall Story Times will begin the week of September 17th.  We will be offering:  Tales for Tots: geared to infants – 3 yr olds with a parent or guardian on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings  at 10 am, Story Time: geared to 4 year olds on their own on Monday mornings at 10 am, and Story Craft: geared to 5-7 year olds on their own on Thursday afternoons at 2 pm. Tales for Tots and Story Time do not require registration.  Registration for Story Craft will begin on Tuesday, September 4th in the Children’s room of the library.  Phone registration is also accepted. 

The South Shore Conservatory will present its interactive program “Music and Me” for children age 0-4 years old and their caregivers on Wednesday September 5th at 10:30 am.  Space in this event is limited and sign up is required.  Please stop by the Children’s room or call Wendy Ward at 781-834-5535 for further information.

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CIRCULATION STATS AND CHAT
By Amy Boivin, Head of Circulation Services

Library Survey
The Library is conducting a survey on patron satisfaction – that’s all of you! The survey will be running until the end of September. Surveys are located at the circulation desk, reference, and in the children’s room. Please fill one out and return to the circulation desk. The survey is now up online on our website and also on the library’s Facebook page. Fill it out in person or online at your own convenience and let us know how we’re doing. Your input is highly appreciated!

Tech Updates
Looking for a good book? The library’s weekly blog is updated every Tuesday and Friday. Find the New Books Blog on the library’s homepage www.ventresslibrary.org under Our Blogs. Suggestions are also always welcome and highly appreciated. Tuesdays are Teen Pick of the Week! Also check out our Live Facebook Reader’s Advisory, anytime, anywhere! Log on to the library’s Facebook page and post the last 3 books you have enjoyed and librarian, Amy Boivin will find you your next read.

Circ Stats
The library circulated 19,598 items in July!

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LIFELONG LEARNING SIGN-UP DATES
The “Opportunities” Lifelong Learning Steering Committee is hard at work planning course offerings for adults of all ages. Courses will be available on E-books, photography, music, art history, birding and a special series of speakers who will appear at The Bailey for “Bailey’s Pub Chats!” Sign-up begins on Tuesday, Sept. 18 at the Council on Aging Kick-off Breakfast at 9:30 a.m. and a Saturday registration event at the Ventress Library will follow on September 22, from 10-12. Mark your calendar!

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JENKS, JAZZ AND JIVE
By Karen Jenks, Library Assistant
“Check out” some of the library's newest CDs!
Blues
Chasing Tha Blues - Little Freddie King
Everybody's Talkin' - Tedeschi Trucks Band
Country
Chief - Eric Church
Up All Night - Kip Moore
Folk
Best Day - Dala
Americana - Neil Young
Instrumental
Sharon Isbin & Friends: Guitar Passions - Sharon Isbin
Jazz
'Round Midnight - Karrin Allyson
Another Country - Cassandra Wilson
Popular
Idler Wheel Is Wiser Than The Driver - Fiona Apple
The Essential Daryl Hall & John Oates - Hall & Oates
Overexposed - Maroon 5
The Midsummer Station - Owl City
Here - Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros
Graceland (25th Anniversary) - Paul Simon
What We Saw From The Cheap Seats - Regina Spektor

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DVD DIVA
By Maureen Beaulieu, Director’s Assistant
“Check out” some of the library’s newest DVDs!
Battleship; Pirates Band of Misfits; Think Like a Man; Walking Dead: Season 2; Saving the Titanic; Rampart: Journey 2; We Need to Talk About Kevin; Missing: Complete Season I; Thin Ice; Artist; Thousand Words; Deep Blue Sea


Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA 02050 
781-834-5535     www.ventresslibrary.org  Like us on Facebook!
Hours  Mon. –Thurs.   10 – 8, Fri. and Sat.  10 – 4, Closed Sunday

Newsletter staff:   Chris Woods, Editor; Jaclyn Robinson, Artist

Thursday, August 2, 2012

August 2012


VENTRESS VOICE

Newsletter of the Ventress Memorial Library

Marshfield, Massachusetts

AUGUST 2012         Volume 19,   No. 7

NEW TRUSTEE CHAIRMAN ELECTED
The library Trustees welcome Mary Ann Walsh as the new Chairman of the Board. She succeeds Jeanne Horan, who has served on the board for many years, and as Chairman since 1999. Welcome to Mary Ann, and thank-you to Jeanne for past service in the role!

LIBRARY BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT
A library beautification project, under the design inspiration of new Trustee Michelle Noonan, is in the works. With the help of the DPW and volunteers, we hope to improve the curb appeal of the library’s entrance.

LIBRARY SURVEY
The Library is conducting a survey on patron satisfaction – that’s all of you! The survey will be running until the end of August. Surveys are located at the circulation desk, reference, and in the children’s room. Please fill one out and return to the circulation desk. The survey is now up online on our website and also on the library’s Facebook page. Fill it out in person or online at your own convenience and let us know how we’re doing. Your input is highly appreciated! 

LIFELONG LEARNING SIGN-UP DATES
The “Opportunities” Lifelong Learning Steering Committee is hard at work planning course offerings for Fall of 2012. Courses will be available on E-books, photography, music, art history, birding and a special series of speakers who will appear at The Bailey for “Bailey’s Pub Chats!” Sign-up begins on Tuesday, Sept. 18 at the Council on Aging Kick-off Breakfast and a Saturday registration event at the Ventress Library will follow on September 22, from 10-2. Classes are open to adults of all ages. Mark your calendar!

LIBRARY IS DROP-OFF PLACE FOR PICNIC SHADE PAVILION TILES
The library is a drop-off place for artwork tiles created by residents to use in the Emerson Lily Hitchcock Picnic Pavilion to be constructed near the playground at Library Plaza. For more information, please call the library at 781-834-5535


CHILDREN’S CORNER
By Wendy Ward, Head of Children’s Services

Our summer reading program: Dream Big! Read is coming to a conclusion but we still have a lot going on this August! On Wednesday, August 1st at 10:30 a.m. Pumpernickle Puppets will perform The Three Billy Goats Gruff and The Lion and the Mouse.  This show is appropriate for children (age 3 and up) and their parent/caregivers and was generously funded by the Friends of the Library. Free tickets for this event are available in the children’s room.  On Saturday, August 4th at 10:30 a.m. singer/guitarist Mama Steph will perform. This program is appropriate for very young children and their parent/caregiver.  Also on August 4th, we will show a family movie at 1 p.m.  Registration is not required for either of these events.  In addition, on Tuesday August 14th at 1:00 p.m., Bugworks will present Bugology: a live insect demonstration for kids age 6 and above. This program is limited and free tickets will be available beginning August 6th in the children’s room.
  Look for information about our Fall story times in the next Ventress Voice!

CIRCULATION STATS AND CHAT
By Amy Boivin, Head of Circulation Services

Teen Programs
The History of Hip Hop Music and Dance ran on Thursday July 26. This workshop discussed the history of hip-hop music and dance, included audience participation and was facilitated by Professor Rondae Drafts. We had a handful of teens attend and they learned a bit of history and got to bust some dance moves! This event was kindly sponsored by The Friends of the Library and the library staff and participants send out many thanks in making this program possible.

Keep checking back for our next Teen Board Game Night! Enjoy some pizza and board games and try to win against the librarian—what’s not to love?!

Museum Passes
Did you know you can get discounted passes to various museums in the area? The library offers passes you can reserve for our Marshfield residents. Our newest addition is the Massachusetts Parks Pass which covers one vehicle at no charge for any Massachusetts State Park. Some other popular passes are the Boston Children’s Museum, Science Museum, MFA, Heritage Museum and Gardens and Plimoth Plantation. Check out our full list of passes on our website or call and reserve a pass at 781-834-5535.

Tech Updates
Looking for a good book? The library’s weekly blog is updated every Tuesday and Friday. Find the New Books Blog on the library’s homepage www.ventresslibrary.org under Our Blogs. Suggestions are also always welcome and highly appreciated. Tuesdays are Teen Pick of the Week! Also check out our Live Facebook Reader’s Advisory, anytime, anywhere! Log on to the library’s Facebook page and post the last 3 books you have enjoyed and librarian, Amy Boivin will find you your next read.

Circ Stats: The library circulated 16,475 items in June!

REFERENCE NOTES
By Chris Woods, Head of Reference Services

New E-book Titles to Download to Your Device – no due dates!
Eyewitness Travel Guides
 Washington D.C.; London; New York City; Paris; San Francisco and Northern California; Italy; Hawaii; Boston; Crete; Devon and Cornwall; Dublin; England’s Lake District; Florence and Tuscany; Las Vegas; Madrid; Miami and the Keys; Prague; Great Britain
Rough Guides
Scotland; Washington D.C; Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon; Yellowstone and Grand Teton; Grand Canyon; The Cotswolds; New York City; London
Other Titles
Backroads Germany; Gardening Step by Step; Birds; Math Explained – Geometry; Fresh Flower Arranging; The Human Body; Rough Guide to Guitar; DK – How to Cook; Math Explained – Algebra and Trigonometry; Backroads Australia; Babycare; Car; Digital Photography Essentials; Essential World Atlas; History of Britain & Ireland; Holidays of the World Cookbook for Students; Home Herbal; Organic Gardening; Total Sports; VideoHound’s Golden Movie Retriever; Trusted Advice: You and Your Toddler; Your Healthy Child; Your Healthy Pregnancy; Your New Baby

Ventress Library is excited to bring you instant access e-books to read on your computer or download to a mobile device. You can download the books to your device to read when you do not have Internet access, such as when traveling. You can also download them as an MP3 file to listen to books on your device. You will enter your library card number to begin, but these books are not checked out to you. Instead, you can read them anywhere, anytime, with no due dates! To access go to www.ventresslibrary.org and click on the “Reference Department” tab. Scroll down to Gateway to Gale Databases and E-books and then click on E-books.  Travel, gardening, music, flower arranging, history of the automobile and parenting books are under the “General Reference” category of e-books. While you are there, look around to see all the other e-books available to you for your research needs, including medical, law, science, college searching and many others!

Questions? Need a Demo?
Contact reference librarian Chris Woods at 781-834-5535 or cwoods@ocln.org.
Sign up for Marshfield Lifelong Learning Ebook Classes – Oct. 2 & Dec. 4!


JENKS, JAZZ AND JIVE
By Karen Jenks, Library Assistant

CD PICK OF THE MONTH
"The Hurt & The Healer" by MercyMe

The 7th studio album from MercyMe, a dominant Christian music band, has been increasingly popular on both the Billboard and Christian music charts since its release in May. The route to the band's success began when lead vocalist Bart Millard suffered an injury in high school that sidelined his aspirations to become a football player.  Filling a void in his schedule, Millard enrolled in an elective choir class and found an interest in singing.  In his first semester of college, he grappled with the loss of his father and began searching for a new direction in life.  Millard joined a praise band in Florida and also traveled to Europe to perform.  This experience ignited a passion to embark on a career in music ministry.  MercyMe began as a trio in 1994 with Millard, a keyboardist and guitarist.  With an increasing number of performance dates year after year, the band added a bassist, percussionist and another guitarist, and currently tours and records with six members.  In 2004 and 2010 the group was named "Favorite Contemporary Inspirational Artist" at the American Music Awards, and their albums have won numerous music industry accolades.  Billboard Music nominated the band for Top Christian Artist in 2012.

On "The Hurt & The Healer" Millard delivers a strong melodic vocal on "Hold On" and "You Are I Am," both uplifting ballads with faith based lyrics.  The title song, "The Hurt & The Healer"  was inspired by the loss of Millard's cousin, a firefighter who was killed in the line of duty.  The support his family received from the firefighting community touched Millard so deeply that the outpouring of lyrics came in just minutes.  The song's touching words and striking guitar riff throughout (a bit reminiscent of Coldplay) create a powerful tune.  The piano ballad "The First Time" showcases  Millard's heartfelt voice. Contemporary Christian music has entertained fans for decades, but this was a genre of music I had not listened to frequently. I was pleasantly surprised to discover a band that combines powerful musicianship with inspiring lyrics and vocals. 
 Great listening!

Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, MA 02050 
781-834-5535     www.ventresslibrary.org  Like us on Facebook!
Hours  Mon. –Thurs.   10 – 8, Fri. and Sat.  10 – 4, Closed Sunday
Closed Monday, September 3

Newsletter staff:   Chris Woods, Editor; Jaclyn Robinson, Artist