CPL's Adult Summer Reading Challenge is Back!

June 1 - August 28, 2023

Why should only kids get the prizes?

HOW TO PLAY:

Pick up a BINGO board in the front lobby or print one print a copy by clicking this link.

Fill in each square with the name of a book you completed this summer - each book title can only be used once. Audiobooks count!

Each action earns prize drawings:

Complete a box (in addition to the free space) = one (1) entry
Each completed row, diagonal, or column counts = two (2) entries
Post a picture of your book cover and tag us on social media [Use #SummerReadingAtCPL] = one (1) entry
Blackout the card to be in the running for our Grand Prize!!

Return your card to Centerville Public Library or send a clear image of the card to eandrews@clamsnet.org by Monday, August 28th to be entered into the prize drawings. Check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for book suggestions each week, or click here to see a running list!

Yoga at CPL (HYBRID)

Friday, June 2 from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

In collaboration with Yoga Neighborhood, CPL hosts a FREE Hatha yoga at CPL on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. We welcome you to join us either in-person or via Zoom!

The instructor will lead class indoors in our community room. Don't forget your mat! (Donations to CPL to support this class are always welcome)

Please request a Zoom link by 8 a.m. on the morning of the class! Click here to register for the Zoom link.

New England Desserts Cookbook Author Talk and Food Tasting (IN-PERSON)

Friday, June 9 from 1 - 2:30 p.m.

Tammy Donroe Inman, award-winning author of New England Desserts: Classic and Creative Recipes for All Seasons, will discuss her favorite desserts that originated in Massachusetts, the stories behind them, and the pleasures of seasonal baking. Samples will be provided.

Inman is the author of three books, including Wintersweet: Seasonal Desserts to Warm the Home, which was praised by USA Today, the Wall Street Journal, and the Boston Globe. A former editor of Boston magazine, she sharpened her knives in the test kitchen of Cook’s Illustrated magazine and behind the scenes of the hit television show "America’s Test Kitchen." Her work has also been featured in Fine Cooking, Parents, Yankee Magazine, and Cape Cod Life. (Books will be available for sale: $30)

Click here to register for New England Desserts!

PILATES Essential Matwork (IN-PERSON)

Saturdays, June 10 & 24, July 8 & 22 from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

In this mixed level drop-in class, Stott Pilates Certified instructor Joan Berglund will review the basics of Pilates through physical practice and a discussion of Pilates principles.

The Essential matwork repertoire is beginner-friendly but experienced practitioners can also learn ways to deepen their understanding of Pilates-based movement. Please bring a mat, water bottle and wear comfortable clothing.

Classes are donation-based, pay what you can. Click here to register for Pilates!

DIY Flag Wreath (IN-PERSON)

Monday, June 12 from 1 - 3 p.m.

Just in time for Flag Day (June 14) and Juneteenth (June 19), create a paper wreath to adorn your front door and celebrate the summer holidays! Staff member Erin will lead participants through creating a wreath from colorful cardstock and recycled book pages.

All materials provided! Registration required. Click here to register for DIY Flag Wreath!

Memory 101 with Stacey Cullen (HYBRID)

Wednesday, June 28 from 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

What is normal aging, and what is not? This program will provide an overview of normal, age-related forgetfulness and serious memory problems. As we age, subtle changes in memory occur naturally as part of the aging process. However, sometimes these changes occur sooner than anticipated or faster than expected. Presented by Stacey Cullen, Caregiver and Support Services Coordinator at BACC.

Click here to register for Memory 101!