Library Events
October 31 - November 6, 2022

Cooking Live with Chef Bill: Wednesday, November 2 at 5pm. Cook along or watch as Chef Bill prepares a different dish live on Zoom each month! This month it’s Apple Cake!

Opening Reception for The Infinite Mirage of Rapture by Jaina Cipriano:The Infinite Mirage of Rapture by Jaina Cipriano: Wednesday, November 2 at 7pm. Jaina Cipriano is a Boston based artist communicating with the world through photography, film and installation. Her works explore the emotional toll of religious and romantic entrapment.

Parks for All: Frederick Law Olmsted: Thursday, November 3 at 7pm. Join Roxanne Zimmer, Ph.D., for a talk on the work of Frederick Law Olmsted. In this year, the 200th anniversary of his birth, discover the trademarks of Olmsted’s design and see how these open spaces continue to be enjoyed.

Find Happiness through Mindfulness, Meditation and Yoga: Thursday, November 3 at 7:15pm. Experience ancient practices of breathing and meditation in an informal virtual setting. Discover secrets to increasing happiness in everyday life and learn ways to make it grow each day. No previous experience required.

Art Reception for Found by Quinn Welch: Saturday, November 5 at 2pm. These watercolor paintings by Quinn Welch depict scenes found around Massachusetts and collaged images from his extensive magazine collection. His interests lie in the folds of fabric, peeling paint and abandoned machines.

Solo Piano Performance with Carlos Vargas: Sunday, November 6 at 2pm (Live!). Carlos Manuel Vargas will perform a selection of works by Chopin, Scriabin, Villa Lobos and Gershwin/Wild.

Poetry Reading and Open Mic: Tuesday, November 8, 7pm. The poetry series continues with readings by Willy Ramírez, Tom Laughlin and Alexis Hyett standing in for Barbara Helfgott Hyett. An open mic will follow with a limit of one poem per person. Open mic signups are taken via the Zoom chat feature; limited slots are available. The series is facilitated by Doug Holder of Ibbetson St. Press.

Covered With Night: A Story of Murder and Indigenous Justice in Early America: Wednesday, November 9 at 7pm. Join Pulitzer Prize-winning author Nicole Eustice for a talk on her book, Covered With Night: A Story of Murder and Indigenous Justice in Early America. The narrative reconstructs the virtually forgotten history of an attack by a pair of colonial fur traders who brutally assaulted a Seneca hunter near Conestoga, Pennsylvania.

Libby/OverDrive, Kanopy, & Hoopla: Thursday, November 10 at 3pm. Get an introduction to our three most popular library eResources so you can start accessing books, music, movies, and more from home.

The library will be closed on Friday, November 11 for Veterans' Day.

Visit our eResources page 24/7 from your home computer or anywhere in the world on a mobile device.

Art Shows on View November 2 - 29

The Infinite Mirage of Rapture by Jaina Cipriano, Gallery. Jaina Cipriano is a Boston based artist communicating with the world through photography, film and installation. Her works explore the emotional toll of religious and romantic entrapment.

Jaina creates her photographs in built sets, forgoing digital manipulation because she believes creating something truly immersive starts with the smallest details. A self-taught carpenter, Jaina loves a challenge and her larger than life sets draw inspiration from the picture books and cartoons of her childhood.

Contact Jaina: [email protected]

Found by Quinn Welsh, Newton Free Library Main Hall. These watercolor paintings by Quinn Welch depict scenes found around Massachusetts and collaged images from his extensive magazine collection. His interests lie in the folds of fabric, peeling paint and abandoned machines.

Of the work Quinn says, “My paintings are about challenging myself to understand and translate what I’m looking at. Often working with found substrates and collage reference material, my paintings occupy a space between illustrative and surreal.”

Contact Quinn: [email protected] or 617-935-1823.

Apply to Exhibit Your Art at the Newton Free Library!

Information and application instructions are here.

Proposals are currently being accepted for July - December 2023 exhibits. Our galleries are highly sought after and well-loved by library patrons. We welcome applications from New England region artists showing two-dimensional works. We encourage artists from a variety of ethnicities and life experiences to apply.

Info contact Ellen at [email protected].