Coffee House, Friday, March 5, 7PM
Join your friends and neighbors for a coffee house, with guitar music provided by North Reading's Art Grossman and singing by Notetorious, North Reading High School's a capella group.
The coffee house is part of North Reading Reads 2010.
Sponsored by the Friends.
,Movie, The Soloist, Thursday, March 11, 7PM.
A movie starring Robert Downey Jr. and Jamie Foxx, based on The Soloist by Steve Lopez.
North Reading Reads 2010
Sponsored by the Friends
Social Networking, presented by Dan Green, Thursday, April 1, 7PM
Dan Green, of the Green Internet Group, will talk about the practical and psychological aspects of Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and blogging and the ways in these social media venue are changing how we communicate. social networking, as part of North Reading Reads 2010.
Sponsored by the Friends.
Harold Parker State Forest-"Discover a Hidden Gem Right Next Door,"
Thursday, April 8, 7PM
Bob Anderson, park interpreter, will talk about the history and offerings of this wonderful neighboring resource, which has just created a Friends group.
Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the North Reading Antiquarian and Historical Society.
How to Manage Your Money Between Jobs, Lunchtime Job Networking Group,
Tuesday, April 13, 12:30PM
John Spoto, founder and principal of Sentry Financial Planning, LLC will address various financial concerns for those between jobs, including:
the importance of having an emergency fund; health insurance and tax implications.
The networking group meets for an informal discussion and sharing of experiences and ideas. Occasional speakers also provide expertise in various areas. Newcomers are always welcome.
Job seekers might be interested in the Social Networking program, Thursday, April 1, 7PM
Please bring lunch. Beverages will be provided. Please keep watch for date of next meeting.
For a selection of helpful websites, please visit the Reference page.
Sponsored by the Friends.
Genealogy Round Table, led by Dianne Dowd, Library Staff, Tuesday, April 20, 3PM
This informal session will allow people to share research tips and techniques and ask questions.
Introduction to the Genealogical Records at the Massachusetts State Archives, Tuesday, April 27, 7PM
Janis Duffy of the state archives will give an overview of available genealogical resources.
Sponsored by the Friends.
Concert presented by Jonathan Miller, Cello, and Michael Finegold, Flute,
Sunday, April 25, 3PM
Cellist Jonathan Miller, a 30-year veteran of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, is the founder and Artistic Director of the Boston Artists Ensemble. Solo appearances include the Boston Pops, the Hartford Symphony, and the American Cello Congress. He has toured the country as a member of the New York String Sextet. Mr. Miller has served on the faculty of the New England Conservatory and the Boston Conservatory, and currently teaches at the Tanglewood Music Center.
Michael G. Finegold, flutist, composer and Artistic Director of the Essex Chamber Music Players, is Professor Emeritus of Music at Northern Essex Community College. As a flutist, he has performed with symphony orchestras, theater orchestras, and jazz groups.
Program:
"Bach Suite No. 6," performed by Joanthan Miller
"Fantasy in Adi Talam," composed in 2003 by Marc Rossi. "Fantasy in Adi Talam" is a duo for flute and cello with optional tala (time) keeper. Adi Talam is an eight beat South Indian rhythm cycle that serves as a framework for many traditional South Indian Kritis (art songs) but is also adaptable for use in pulse-oriented new music, or world music compositions.
Marc Rossi is a versatile contemporary classical composer, jazz composer and pianist, and educator.
This is the final event of North Reading Reads 2010.
Sponsored by the Friends.
Reiki: Holistic, Gentle Healing for People and Pets, Saturday, May 8, 2PM
Lecture and discussion led by Lynette DeInnocentis, Licensed Massage Therapist and Certified Reiki Practitioner, and Ellen Walker, Animal Reiki Master Practitioner.
Sponsored by the Friends.
Digital Photography Workshop with Kris Thomas, thursday, May 13, 7PM
An introduction to digital photography, presented by Kris Thomas, of North Reading. Spring is a perfect time to try your hand at photography!
Sponsored by the Friends.
Marimba Music, Monday, June 14, 7PM
Marimba music performed by Fumito Nunyoa
This program is part of the Friends Annual Meeting.
Staying Connected
Libraries aren’t just for books anymore. The library offers programs as part of an occasional series aimed at demonstrating how libraries are positioning themselves to be a resource and helpmate in the digital world.
Sponsored by the Friends.
For information about the library's two ongoing book discussion groups, please visit:
Book Discussions
Drop-In Needle Arts Craft Group Wednesday, March 10, and Thursday, March 25, 7PM
Knitters, crocheters, embroiderers are invited to share ideas and patterns. All levels of
experience welcome. Join us for an evening
of crafting and chit-chat. Sponsored by
the Friends.
The Job Networking Group
meets occasionally, on a weekday, at lunchtime. Sponsored by the Friends.
The library invites you to exhibit your artwork or to display a collection you may have. Please call 978-664-4942, if you are interested.
March: Work by Local Artists
April: Sculpture by Jack Vasapoli, of North Reading and Pottery by Heidi McGlauflin
May: Clothesline Prints by Mary Barooshian
June: 
Hooked Rugs and Pocketbooks by Happy DiFranza,
of North Reading, a member of the (ATHA)
Mayflower Association of
Traditional Hooking Artists.
Happy designed the rug
that hangs in the
library stairwell.
July-August: Third Annual Teen Art Contest
August-September: Artwork for the Apple Festival, to benefit
the North Reading Historical and Antiquarian Society
October: Portraits by Steve DiFranza
November: Artwork by Louis Doto
December: Sports Photographs by Hugh O'Connor
January: Photographs by Maryellen Stone
Ongoing
The Hooked Rug-of-the-Month by a member of the (ATHA) Mayflower. Association of Traditional Hooking Artists. Arranged by Happy DiFranza.
To see artwork by local artists that has been displayed at the library, click on the image below and visit the Library Gallery: