Tuesday, April 22^nd at 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Falmouth Public Library, Bay Room

Celebrate Earth Day with Pop Up Art School: Needle Felting Class Featuring the Honeybee and Beautiful Flowers for Adults

This Earth Day, join us for a unique and creative experience as we celebrate the vital role of honeybees in our ecosystems and the joy of crafting with wool. Pop Up Art School is hosting a special needle felting class where participants will create their very own adorable fuzzy bee and vibrant flowers – the perfect way to honor the ultimate plant pollinator!

In this hands-on workshop, attendees will learn the basics of needle felting, a delightful and meditative craft technique that involves shaping wool fibers into beautiful pieces of art using a barbed needle. With expert guidance, each participant will leave with a completed fuzzy bee, colorful flowers, a foam block, and needles. More importantly, they will walk away with the skills and confidence to continue their felting journey at home.

Pop Up Art School offers a friendly and supportive environment, ensuring that every attendee feels comfortable and inspired. This Earth Day class is not only an opportunity to get creative but also a chance to reflect on the importance of bees in sustaining our planet’s biodiversity.

Spaces for this special Earth Day event are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot soon. Whether you are an experienced crafter or a complete beginner, this needle felting class is perfect for anyone looking to connect with nature and tap into their creativity.

Register here! 

The library is hosting more craft programs for grown-ups through June!  

May 27th at 1:30 PM Enjoy a watercolor painting class

June 4th at 6:00 PM we’ll celebrate in advance of World Oceans Day with a seaweed pressing workshop with artist, Stephanie King 

June 26th at 1:00 PM we’ll make felted rainbow patches for PRIDE month! 

This Wednesday, April 23rd at 1:30! Please register by clicking here.

This talk is part of a monthly series  offered jointly by the library and Neighborhood Falmouth. Amy Sellers, born and raised in Falmouth has been teaching fitness classes since college. Amy is a Certified Personal Trainer and has certifications in Aqua Aerobics, Pilates and Group Fitness. She has a specialty in Sports Nutrition and Older Adult Fitness. Amy’s classes are designed to keep people moving functionally at their fitness level, motivated to attend classes and challenged to do their best. Her motto is “You do what works for You!” She teaches to all levels by incorporating various modifications so that everyone feels successful as they get the best workout. 

Neighborhood Falmouth is a community-based non-profit membership organization whose mission is to help seniors live independently, safely, and comfortably at home for as long as is practical by providing support, information and services. To learn more about Neighborhood Falmouth visit their website by clicking here. If you have any questions or are interested in becoming a volunteer call their office at 508-927-1678.

Walk This Way!
The library’s monthly LGBTQIA+ Walking Group meets on the second Friday at 3:00 PM

April 18th, May 9, July 11th, August 8th, September 12th, October 10th

Except for June, when they meet on the third Friday (June 20^th)

Join the library’s monthly LGBTQIA+ walking group where we walk and talk – about art, music, sports and everything in between!  The intention behind the group is to offer a comfortable, free, and friendly outdoor activity.

*Walks will take place alongside Shiverick’s Pond Pathway and are accessible with the use of wheelchairs, walkers and other walking aids.

Walks will be short (under .5 miles), leisurely and end on the library lawn where all are welcome to enjoy more fresh air and make new friends with fellow walkers.  This event is free, inclusive and open to the general adult public.  

Registration is appreciated, but not required.  A waiver and release form will be handed out at for first-time walkers.

Register online using the library’s online event calendar or visit/call the adult services desk at 508-457-2555 x7.

We are excited to welcome Andrew Lewis and Margaret Ferri to the Falmouth Public Library for a concert in the Hermann Room! Please register by clicking here. 

In this program, Andrew and Margaret, both well-seasoned performers will focus on songwriters from the ’60s and ’70s who moved a nation. They will sing and tell some of the stories behind the songs.

This program is supported by The Falmouth Library as well as the Falmouth Cultural Council in concert with an endowment from the Mass. Cultural Council.

Get ready to grow your knowledge about bonsai!

Saturday, April 26^th at 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Falmouth Public Library, Hermann Room

Join the Cape Cod Bonsai Club for an engaging presentation on The History and Art of Bonsai. Discover how the timeless fusion of horticulture and artistry has evolved from its ancient roots in Asia to become a beloved global hobby enjoyed by people of all ages.

This insightful session will dive into the rich history of bonsai, exploring how its practices and techniques have transformed over the centuries. Attendees will also learn about the key elements of bonsai design, from the selection of trees to shaping and styling, as well as the philosophies that guide this intricate art form. Elements of bonsai style and design will also be discussed and information provided on how the novice can begin to explore this fascinating hobby.

The presentation will last about 45 minutes, followed by an interactive Q&A session. Throughout the event, attendees will have the opportunity to view several beautiful bonsai trees and a variety of tools, with plenty of time to ask questions and learn more about the craft.

As a fun surprise, a few lucky attendees will be selected to take home a bonsai tree! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore the world of bonsai and maybe even bring a piece of it home!

Our long-running Joy of Learning program has changed! Instead of two larger sessions in April and October, we will be offering individual classes throughout the year. This will be our inaugural class in the new format! The first session will be “Generative AI: Understanding the Basics”-it will be offered in two identical sessions taking place on Tue, April 8 from 6:30 – 7:30 pm, and Sat, April 26 from 3:00 – 4:00 pm, This is to ensure that people have a better chance of finding a session to fit their schedule. The second session will be Generative AI: Detecting and Protecting Yourself from AI Misinformation and we will offer two identical sessions on Tue, May 13 from 6:30 – 7:30 pm and Sat, May 31 from 3:00 – 4:00 pm. You can attend either or both of the two different sessions! Please register for any session you wish to attend, by clicking the links above or by calling us at 505-457-2555 x 7.

Session 1: Understanding the Basics

You are probably hearing about AI everywhere these days. What is artificial intelligence, and how is it making its way into everyday life – our social media, phones, and even drive-throughs? Join Falmouth resident Jane Stimpson, a librarian and AI trainer, to get started with understanding generative artificial intelligence. We will cover basic terminology, look at major generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini and how they are used, and discuss the many concerns about the technology. There will be time for Q&A.  

Session Two: Detecting and Protecting Yourself from AI Misinformation

Although misinformation, disinformation, and deepfakes are not new, generative AI makes it easier, faster, and cheaper to produce than ever before. Join Falmouth resident Jane Stimpson, a librarian and AI trainer, to learn about the threats that AI-generated text and multimedia pose to individuals and society, as well as tips for spotting and debunking it. This program will build on some of the ideas covered in Jane’s Generative AI: Understanding the Basics program, but you do not need to have attended that one to participate.   

Falmouth Reads Together Events Related to the title Solito: A Memoir by Javier
Zamora

April 5 at 2:00 PM in the Hermann Room: Crafting Your Family History: Compiling Your
Genealogy into a Legacy Book with presenter and Cape Cod author Kathleen Brunelle.

Program Description:
In this 90 minute class, participants will learn how to organize their family history in a
beautifully crafted genealogy book to share with loved ones. Through a combination of research
techniques, storytelling methods, and book design strategies, you’ll discover how to incorporate
photos, documents, and family traditions into a cohesive narrative.

Whether you’re a beginner or have already started your genealogical journey, this class will
guide you through the process of preserving your family story. You’ll learn to verify sources for
accuracy and receive tips on how to present your findings in a visually appealing way. By the
end of the workshop, you’ll have the tools and knowledge to create a personalized family history
book that celebrates your heritage and preserves your legacy for future generations. Join us and
create a cherished keepsake that will be treasured by your family for years to come

ABOUT THE PRESENTER: Kathleen Brunelle is a writer, English teacher, researcher, and
historian. Brunelle is a regular speaker at libraries, organizations, and bookstores throughout
Cape Cod and Massachusetts. She is the author of She’s Gone: Five Mysterious Twentieth-
Century Cold Cases; Bellamy’s Bride: The Search for Maria Hallett of Cape Cod; and Cape
Cod’s Highfield and Tanglewood: A Tale of Two Cottages. Her work has been featured on NPR
and Spooky Southcoast, among others, and she has appeared on television shows such as
Discovery Channel’s Mummies Unwrapped and Genealogy Roadshow. She lives in Fairhaven,
Massachusetts.

This class is free and open to the public with registration.

Please register via the library’s online event calendar.

Contact: Kristin Nelson 508-457-2555 info@falmouthpubliclibrary.org

Join us on Wednesday, April 9th at 6:30 PM for a book talk with Matt Davis. He will talk about his book,  At Home in the World: Reflections of a Travel Addict and take questions from the audience. Click here for more about the book!

Please register by clicking here. 

Matt is a native New Englander who lived in California for almost 40 years He was a psychology professor and researcher at Dominican University of California and his areas of expertise included diverse topics such as natural disasters, cross-cultural norms and customs, media influences, and the psychology of travel.

An avid traveler, he has visited 35 countries, has crossed the U.S. by car on over 40 road trips, and cumulatively, has spent about two years of his life in Italy and Hawaii. He also shared his passion for travel with his students by leading several study abroad trips to Italy, Ireland,

Matt is the author of a travel memoir, At Home in the World: Reflections of a Travel Addict which chronicles many of his adventures while traveling internationally. He is a regularly featured Travel Expert for the Studio 10 TV program on WJAR Providence Channel 10 and offers lectures for various community groups on topics like America’s National Parks, A History of Venice, Italy, Pompeii’s Final Day, and Life on an Unpredictable Planet: Coping with the Threats Posed by Natural Disasters.

You can also check out his website where he showcases more of his travel writing and photography.