Gingerbread Festival was a big success! 

The Third Annual Gingerbread Festival was a huge success! Many thanks to the Friends of the Library, the bakers, and everyone who participated in the raffle and activities.

You can see all twelve wonderful creations by clicking here.

Tuesday Evenings       PJ Story Time 
6:45-7:15 PM. Children's Area.

Medway Girl Scouts will run a PJ Story Time at the Library on Tuesday evenings. This is an open story time with no sign-up required. Children are encouraged to come in their PJs, bring along their favorite snuggly friend, and curl up with their favorite Girl Scout.

Parents/Caretakers, please stay in the Library during the Story Time.

February 1-7       Spot the Picture Contest 

The Friends are sponsoring a contest to celebrate our new digital picture frame located on the table outside the Cole Room. From February 1st thru February 7th view our slideshow and spot the Picture that has nothing to do with a Friends sponsored library event and you could win a free book from the book room. Just write down your name, phone number, AND which picture does not belong on the paper next to the picture frame and place it into the box. Ten winners will be chosen from the correct entries and the names will be posted on the bulletin board on February 8th. The book room will be opened February 11 from 10:30 AM -12:30 PM to claim prizes.

Registration is full
Fridays January 20 - February 24       Winter Story Time for Preschool Listeners 
10:30-11:15 AM. Story Room.

The Medway Public Library will offer a winter story time on Friday mornings from 10:30 - 11:15 from January 20 - February 24. This 45 minute program consists of stories and activities based on a weekly theme and is designed as a first step program for independent listeners. Medway children ages 3 1/2 - 5 years old registered at the circulation desk beginning January 6. Winter Story Time is full.

Questions can be directed to Lorie Brownell at the Library 508-533-3217.

Pre-Registration is required
Wednesday February 1       "Paws to Read" Program  
3:30-5 PM.

What's better than curling up with a good book? Cuddling up with a "Paws to Read" Therapy Dog and a good book! Children (grades 2-6) are invited to come and meet some of these special dogs at our Library once a month and have a good time. Each child is given a specific time for a "one on one" with his or her favorite reading dog.

You can read to Maggie (a Border/Lab mix), a Norwich terrier named Mudge, or to Penny or Mason (both are Australian Shepherds), just to name few. Although there are a variety of breeds in the "Paws to Read" Program, all dogs have a lot in common: they are good-natured; interact well with childrens, adults, and other dogs; and have been through training, testing and an orientation program with their owner.

Many children bond with the dogs and return the following month to read to their special friend. Children may bring their own book or take time before their scheduled visit to browse the Library collection for their favorite authors, chapter books, fiction, non-fiction, and theme stories.

Children must be able to read by themselves. This is not a tutoring program, but rather an opportunity for a child to practice reading skills with an attentive listener.

If you are interested in signing up or obtaining information about joining the "Paws to Read" Program, stop by the Circulation Desk or call (508-533-3217) to speak with Lorie Brownell. The February session is full, but contact Lorie to sign up for future sessions. "Paws to Read" sessions will be held monthly on the first Wednesday.

Monday February 6       Morning Book Club at Holliston Library 
11:00 AM.

Holliston Library's Morning Book Club meets at Holliston Library on the first Monday of each month. Read the selected book and attend the discussion. Add your own thoughts or just listen. Attend as many sessions as you like. The selected titles are available to borrow at no charge with a valid library card from the Minuteman network. Next month's title is always available at each discussion. Everyone is welcome and new members are always warmly welcomed. Bring a friend. Refreshments are courtesy of the Friends of the Library. Discussion leaders are Laura Kurzontkowki and Leslie McDonnell. Discussions last 1- 1 1/2 hours.

Monday, Feb 6: Widow's War by Sally Dunning
Monday, Mar 5: West With the Night by Beryl Markham
Monday, Apr 2: Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese
Monday, May 7: Please Look After Mom by Kyung-Sook Sin
Monday, June 4: The Paris Wife by Paula McLain

For more information, visit Holliston Library's program information

Monday February 6       Friends of the Library Meeting 
7:00 PM.

Come to our very first meeting of 2012 and help us plan a great year.

Friday February 24       Free Movie and Popcorn 
11:45 AM.Cole Room.

This movie is rated PG and runs for 95 minutes. Young children should be accompanied by an adult. Movie starts promptly at 11:45 AM. Sign up at the Library or call 508-533-3217. Walk-ins will also be accepted.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Medway Public Library

Tuesday February 28       Representative Dykema's Office Hours 
5:30-6:30 PM. Conference Room.

Medway residents are invited to drop in and meet with State Representative Carolyn Dykema to discuss state government or any other topics of interest.

Museum, Park and Zoo Passes Available

In response to patron requests and thanks to generous donations by the Friends of the Library and others, Medway Public Library now offers more discount admission passes to museums and other attractions. You can now choose from: Museum of Fine Arts (donated by Middlesex Savings Bank); Boston Museum of Science, Boston Children's Museum, Ecotarium, Mystic Aquarium, Roger Williams Park and Zoo, Garden in the Woods, Massachusetts Parks, and Wheelock Theater. In addition, the Friends are selling discount tickets to Southwick's Zoo, to give you another fun money-saving option. You can reserve passes ahead of time in person, by calling the Library, or online.

Discount Southwick's Zoo Tickets on Sale!

You can now buy discounted tickets to Southwick's Zoo right at the Library. For $11 you can buy a ticket that will admit one person to Southwick's Zoo in Mendon (regular admission is $19.50 adult, $13.50 ages 3-12 and 62-up; children under 3 are free).

As long as there is enough interest in the tickets, the Friends of the Library will keep buying more. Buy tickets at the Library desk.

Click here for more information about Southwick's Zoo

(We thank Charles River Bank for proving just how popular Southwick's Zoo is; the 30 tickets they donated were snapped up by Library patrons the first day we offered them.)

Friends of the Medway Public Library Tote Bags Available!

Great news! You can now buy our new and fabulous Friends of the Medway Public Library Tote bags! They are a large sized, long handled, sturdy totes -- perfect for carrying books or other less important stuff like groceries or toys :). The tote bags are $2.00 each and 100% of the proceeds go to support the library. At this price, buy a bunch so you'll have one handy whenever you need one. Next time you are in the library, check them out. You'll love 'em.

Friends logo designed by Medway High School student Sophie Hendry.

Learn Karate and Help the Library

Seishin Karate in Medway will donate $100 to Medway Library for every new signup* gained through the Guest Pass Bookmark program at the Library. Just bring your Guest Pass to Seishin, and if you sign up* after your two free weeks, the Library gets the credit.              * 6 or 12 month membership

Click here for more information about Seishin Karate