Feb 15, 2021
MATTAPOISETT Learn more about Paul Cuffe, South Coast mariner, entrepreneur, and philanthropist with a Mattapoisett Library discussion from authors David Cole and Betty Slade about their book, “Paul Cuffe: His Purpose, Partners and Properties.”
Cuffe, a man born on Cuttyhunk Island in 1759 to a formerly enslaved West African father and Wampanoag mother, built a business empire that included shipping along the Atlantic coast and shipbuilding in Westport, Massachusetts.
Join the Mattapoisett Free Public Library and moderator Corey Nuffer on Saturday, February 27th at 2 p.m. for a glimpse into Cuffe’s life through the eyes of Cole and Slade.
Jan 22, 2021
Julia Kelly, author of The Last Garden in England, will host a talk with the Mattapoisett Library about her book via Zoom on Feb. 3, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
Kelly, an International bestselling author, showcased her gift for sharing richly detailed stories and the power of friendships and womanhood in The Light Over London and The Whispers of War.
This January, Kelly returns with a tale of five women living across three different times whose lives are all connected by one very special garden.
In addition to writing, Kelly has been an Emmy–nominated producer, journalist, marketing professional, and (for one summer) a tea waitress. Kelly called Los Angeles, Iowa, and New York City home before settling in London.
Mattapoisett Library’s Quahog Reading Program going virtual
The Standard-Times
Mattapoisett Free Public Library’s Annual Quahog Award Program for children in 3rd to 6th grade is virtual this year for the safety of children and families, organizers announced in a press release.
Beginning Tuesday, Jan. 26, teachers, students and parents can log children into the library s new Beanstack Book Logging Program and participate. As students read and track their books, they will receive prizes, activity and craft kits, and invitations to Zoom programs, which include virtual Bingo and a dance party. Finally, all participants who complete the program will receive a prize and are entered into a final drawing for gift cards to Barnes and Noble Book Store, the release said.
Jan 11, 2021
MATTAPOISETT The Mattapoisett Library staff have been working diligently to ensure the library is ready for when it is time to reopen its doors to browsing, Until then, the library will offer access to titles in other ways. Starting now, patrons can sign up to receive four titles off of the library s new shelves. Patrons can request a theme (i.e. fiction: romance, drama, crime or nonfiction: History, cookbooks, poetry, etc.) or have the titles be completely random.
To participate, or for any questions, call the library at 508-758-4171 or email at mfpl@sailsinc.org. Please be sure to notify the library of any preferences when making a request to participate.