Library Programs
Join us in the Craine Room for a concert by award-winning folk singer-songwriter Kim Moberg, accompanied by fiddler Heather Swanson. Admission is free, but seating is limited. All are welcome. Sponsored by the Helen Telfair Trust.
This is the fourth and final class in Mary Ann Eaton’s course covering three noteworthy Irish films. Mary Ann will introduce and discuss each film, covering a variety of Irish cinema. This class will cover the 2023 film, The Miracle Club.
This final class will conclude the course by giving insight into the fourth local theatre in the series.: The Harbor Stage Company in Wellfleet. This class will be taught by Brenda Withers, a Co-founder, playwright, and actor, who will explain the history and mission of Harbor Stage Theatre and give an overview of Harbor’s past and upcoming productions. She will also engage participants to join in an interactive theatre workshop discussion.
Join us in Snow Studio to make book bouquets out of paper and pipe cleaners. All materials will be provided. Ages 7-12; registration is required. Call (508) 240-3760 for more info and to register.
In the final class of this Zoom-only course, lecturer Peggy Kelleher will conclude her exploration of the conceptual origins and impacts of the Seven Deadly Sins within our culture. This class will focus on the sins of Envy, Wrath and Sloth.
The Orleans Firebirds are returning to Lifetime Learning to teach this one-time class. Like Snow Library, summer league baseball has long been a part of our community. Key personnel from the Firebirds will acquaint us with “all things baseball in Orleans” and share some highlights of the 2023 season. Learners will hear about how the 2024 season is shaping up and meet some of the current and former coaches and players.
Learn about the four candidates who are running for the three open Library Trustee positions: Jamie Balliett (incumbent), Cheryl Bryan, Betsy Sorensen and Mark Ziomek (incumbent). Join us for this moderator-led Candidates’ Night, to be held in the Marion Craine Gallery.
The meeting will also be accessible by Zoom. To join by Zoom go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87558370592 (Meeting ID: 875 5837 0592)
The final class of this course, taught by author and former WOMR radio host John Whelan, joined by Peter Gaines on piano, will continue to explore the life and work of Frank Sinatra. John and Peter will focus on the highlights of his life, his films, and his incredible number of great songs.
In the fourth and final class of this course, Joseph Marchio, the Assistant Conductor of the Cape Symphony, will finish covering two influential schools of Classical music. Joseph will conclude his examination of the works and legacy of prominent figures such as Joseph Haydn, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, Arnold Schoenberg, Alban Berg, Anton Webern, and more.
Join us in the Craine Room to hear author Michelle Ferguson talk about her debut book, A Love Like Ours. The book is a beautifully written memoir that recounts the final years Michelle and her husband Jerry spent together after his diagnosis of Stage IV cancer. Copies will be available for sale and signing after the talk. Admission is free and all are welcome.
Join our First Tuesday Book Club for a discussion of Ten Birds That Changed the World by Stephen Moss. We’ll meet in the Cape Cod Room. Copies are available at the front desk.
Join us in the Craine Room to learn how to prepare for storms and other weather-related events. Chip Reilly, Emergency Preparedness Director for Barnstable County, will share best practices for preparing for storms and floods to keep you and your loved ones safe. Admission is free and all are welcome.