News and Events from the Wayland Library, May 1, 2015

WHY DID CINDERELLA’S STEPSISTERS CHOP OFF THEIR FEET?
Hmmm? Good question! For over two hundred years the Grimm Brothers’ fairy tale collections have bewitched their readers. To this day the stories continue to inspire new variations in cultures around the world. Who were the Brothers Grimm and what is the reason for the tales’ ongoing popularity? At our final Great Presenters program of the season on Tuesday, May 5, at 7:30 p.m., Professor Sabine von Mering of Brandeis University will shed some light on this fascinating subject. Dr. von Mering holds a Ph.D. in German Studies from the University of California Davis. She has been a Wayland resident since 2003.

NEW LIBRARY WEBSITE
The Wayland Library has a new website at waylandlibrary.org. We are excited to be able to update our look and hope that the new site will provide better access to the many wonderful resources that we offer our users. The new design was funded by the Library Trustees through the Draper Fund. Some of the new site is still under development, so please be patient if you hit a broken link or area under construction!

AUTHOR EVELYN WOLFSON
Local author Evelyn Wolfson will talk about her new book, “Legendary Locals of Wayland” in the Raytheon Room on Wednesday, May 6, at 7 p.m. The book discusses the amazing men and women who dedicated their lives and careers to developing the town of Wayland and retaining its rural atmosphere. Co-sponsored with the Wayland Historical Society.

AUTHOR RON MCADOW
Ron McAdow, former executive director of Sudbury Valley Trustees and the author of a popular local river guide, has just published a novel, “Ike.” On Wednesday, May 20, at 7 p.m. Ron will be at the library to tell us about his new book, which is set in a Massachusetts town he calls Westforest. Ron will introduce his major characters and themes and describe the process of writing a first novel while in his sixties.

STRATEGIES FOR MANAGING THE WEB PRESENCE OF YOUR LOCAL BUSINESS
The Internet continues to evolve, affecting both our lives and our businesses. Local businesses are often at a disadvantage on the Internet. Hear about strategies to deal with the mobile revolution, gradual change in expectations, social networks, and how to manage and grow your business through its web presence. Learn about some of the common mistakes business owners make and how to avoid them. For the past three years, presenter Gevorg Abrahamian has devoted his nights and weekends to helping local business owners improve their web presence, grow, and compete more effectively on the Internet. Tuesday, May 12, 7 p.m.

DROP-IN MOTHER’S DAY CRAFTS
Kids, ages four and up can drop into the Raytheon Room and make a lovely card and gift for mom on Wednesday, May 6, from 3-5 p.m. Led by Youth Services Librarian Pam McCuen.

LEGO CLUB
On Wednesday, May 13, from 3-4 p.m. children ages five and up can drop in and make fabulous creations out of Legos. This month’s theme: Ships and Boats

SING-ALONG WITH JEANNIE MACK
Jeannie Mack will perform all kinds of fun, bounce-around, sing-along songs geared for young children on Thursday, May 7, at 10:30 a.m. For babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with caregiver with plenty of opportunity for audience participation!

BABY SIGNING
Come to the library on Thursday, June 4, from 10:30-12 noon to learn about baby signing.
Signing reduces frustration and gives a baby the ability to communicate before knowing how to speak. For infants to preverbal, with a caregiver. The program will be led by Sheryl White.

FOREIGN FILM SERIES
The library will be screening foreign films in the Raytheon Room occasionally in the upcoming months. Our second movie, “The Deep,” is from Iceland and will be shown on Tuesday, May 26, 6:30-9 p.m. and is based on actual events. In the film a fisherman tries to survive in the freezing ocean after his boat capsizes off the south coast of Iceland. 95 minutes. In Icelandic with English subtitles. For more information, contact Rachel Sideman-Kurtz, rsideman@minlib.net.

SPRING BOOK GROUPS FOR ADULTS
Our book groups generally meet monthly. Drop in and check one out! Upcoming dates are:

  • Evening Book Group Monday, May 4, at 7 p.m., “A Handful of Dust” by Evelyn Waugh
  • Noontime Book Group Friday, May 8, at 12 noon, “Instructions for a Heatwave” by Maggie O’Farrell
  • Armchair Travel Book Group Wednesday, May 13, at 11:30 a.m., “Called Again: A Story of Love and Triumph” by Jennifer Pharr Davis
  • Non-Fiction Book Group Thursday, May 28, 12 noon, “Beyond the Sky and the Earth: A Journey into Bhutan” by Jamie Zeppa

LIBRARY WORKSHOPS
The library is running some workshops, described below, to help people stay apace with the techy world. Space is limited, and registration is recommended for all classes. Register by going to “Events” at waylandlibrary.org or by calling the library at 508-358-2311.

  • ipadIntroduction to the iPad, Friday, May 8, 10-11 a.m. Baffled by your iPhone or iPad beyond calling and texting? Come on in. M.J. will discuss organizing icons, SIRI and the microphone, battery life, and other basics of these versatile and complex devices. Be sure to bring your iPhone or iPad with you.
  • How to Find Your Next Great Read, Monday, May 11, 2-3 p.m. Do you struggle to find a good book to read, often wandering bookshelves for something that grabs your attention? Or, do you read the latest bestsellers or recommendations from friends to find those disappoint you? If so, this workshop is for you. We will introduce you to online tools that will make finding your next great read easy and fun.
  • google driveGoogle Drive, Thursday, May 14, 2-3 p.m. Want to access documents from any computer for free? Would you like to easily share documents and collaborate with your family, committee, or co-workers? For many, Google Drive has replaced the need for Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Learn about this free tool that stores documents in the Cloud, not just on your personal computer.
  • overdriveOverdrive: the Library eBook App for iPhone and iPad, Monday, May 18, 2-3 p.m. Discover how easy it is to find, reserve, and download library ebooks and eAudiobooks. You’ll also learn how to modify the print size and color, and how to create bookmarks. Bring your Apple ID and password.
  • dropboxIntroduction to DropBox, Wednesday, May 20, 10-11 a.m.DropBox is free, constantly backed-up online storage you can use for your photos and files. Come see how you can use it to organize your files and get access to them anywhere you have a web connection!
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