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Tuesday, February 14, 2012
10:00 a.m.
(Coffee & refreshments at 9:30 a.m.)
(Rescheduled from an earlier date.) Derby Square Tours’ Jim McAllister will recount some tales of the region’s most colorful characters–from the curious residents of Dogtown to the bizarre Lord Timothy Dexter–in this entertaining slide lecture. In honor of Valentine’s Day, he will also relate some fun local romance stories in keeping with the home-grown theme.
Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012
7:00 p.m.
The Financial Planning Association (FPA) is the largest membership organization for personal financial planning experts in the U.S. and includes professionals from all backgrounds. Tonight’s presentation, by a member of this organization, will provide handouts to assist people in working through how to cope with a loss of income due to job loss or other adversity. The presenter will also tell how to manage investments during uncertain market conditions.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
10:00 a.m.
(Coffee & refreshments at 9:30 a.m.)
Join local residents Ron and Maureen D’Addario as they recount their 2011 mission trip to earthquake-ravaged Haiti with the St. Boniface Haiti Foundation. The mission of this foundation, a volunteer organization founded by parishioners of St. Boniface Church in Quincy, is to serve the poorest of the poor in rural Haiti with healthcare and humanitarian aid. The D’Addarios will show photos and narrate their experience among Haiti’s poor.
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
7:00 p.m.
Step back in time as educator/entertainer David Downs acquaints us with the unique, fascinating and extraordinary medical techniques practiced during the 18th and 19th centuries. Learn how the monaural stethoscope was invented; observe the amazing electric Magneto Nervous Machine! Discover why the “ear cone” was placed in the ear and then set ablaze. The speaker is a member of The Living History Association. (This presentation is appropriate for all ages.)
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
10:00 a.m. (Coffee & refreshments at 9:30 a.m.)
The planning involved in protecting one’s assets has become dramatically more complex in recent years. Certified Elder Law Attorney, Patrick Curley will focus on the latest strategies for protecting your savings against Medicaid and nursing home costs.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
7:00 p.m.
Chef Liz Barbour of The Creative Feast returns to Reading to walk us through a Thanksgiving menu that is easy, tasty and artistic. She will demonstrate two of her favorite side dishes, designed to get you out of the kitchen so that you can enjoy the holiday. Space is limited for this program and registration is required. Sign up by calling the library, or register online by clicking here.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
10:00 a.m. (Coffee & refreshments from 9:30 a.m.)
Comprised of 33 islands forming an archipelago on the western shores of the Persian Gulf, Bahrain is one of the world’s largest producer of pearls. Join former U.S. naval officer Craig Brandt as he takes us on an armchair tour of Bahrain, discussing the modern Middle East and the market capitals of the Gulf along the way.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
7:00 p.m.
Join author Roberta Taylor, licensed psychotherapist and career/life transition coach as she discusses her new book, The Couple’s Retirement Puzzle, which includes the conversations couples need to have about planning for retirement. As 70 million baby boomers are about to enter retirement, this book covers communicating about when to retire, where to live, how much money is enough and how to balance work and leisure. (Books will be available for purchase.)
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
7:00-8:30 p.m.
Come with or without your book group to meet author Ann Hood and hear her speak about her life and work. Ann is author of many books, essays and short stories, including Somewhere Off the Coast of Maine, and her newest book, The Red Thread. She has also written the powerful novel, The Knitting Circle, inspired by her own life, which is soon to be released as a feature film starring Katherine Heigl. Librarians Kathy Miksis and Nancy Aberman will be on hand to give their favorite picks for book group reading. This event is free of charge and is supported by The Friends of the Reading Public Library. Seating is limited so come early!
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
10:00 a.m. (Coffee & refreshments at 9:30 a.m.)
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