105 Main St, Greene Me. 04236
(207) 946-5544
Library Hours:
Tues, Wed & Thurs 11-6pm
Fri & Sat 9-3pm.
We will be closed on December 24th & 25th
New Books for November
What's Happening in December
December 2nd - Book Club
Join us at 5pm to discuss the latest Book Club Book: Heretics and Heroes by Thomas Cahill
December 24th & 25th - Closed
We will be closed Friday, November 29th in celebration of Thanksgiving.
December 27-No Story Time
National
Human Rights Month
#nationalhumanrights
December is National Human Rights Month. This month encourages everyone to come together and stand up for equality, justice, and the dignity of all humans. This month is set aside to honor the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, an international document stating the freedom and fundamental rights all human beings are entitled. These rights include freedom from discrimination, the right to equality, and the right to be considered innocent until proven guilty.
December 7th
On the morning of 7 December 1941, at 7.48 am, 177 aircraft of the Imperial Japanese Navy attacked the United States Naval base at Pearl Harbor on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. The surprise attack sunk or badly damaged eighteen US naval vessels, including eight battleships, 300 US aircraft, and killed 2,403 men. Japan's allies, Germany and Italy, declared war on the US on December 11, and the US entered World War II. At the time, the United States was a neutral country in World War II.
Winter Solstice
December 21st
The Winter Solstice, or the December Solstice, is the point at which the path of the sun in the sky is farthest south. At the Winter Solstice, the sun travels the shortest path through the sky resulting in the day of the year with the least sunlight and therefore, the longest night. This day is the official start of Winter.
Hanukkah
December 25th - January 2nd
In 2024, Hanukkah begins at sundown on Wednesday, Dec. 25, and ends at sundown on Thursday, Jan. 2. Hanukkah is a Jewish festival, lasting eight days from the 25th day of Kislev (in December). It commemorates the rededication of the Temple in 165 BC by the Maccabees after its desecration by the Syrians. It is marked by the successive kindling of eight lights.
Christmas
December 25th
Christmas is a worldwide holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, who Christians believe is the Son of God. It is celebrated on December 25th by most Christians and many non-Christians.
Kwanzaa
December 26th - January 1st
Kwanzaa is a cultural holiday that celebrates African heritage and African-American culture. It is observed from December 26th to January 1st each year, culminating in a festive gathering known as the Karamu Ya Imani (Feast of Faith).
Resources for Caregivers of Aging Loved Ones
Caring.com is an all encompassing online resource providing a vast amount of information for caregivers as they support and care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones. Caring.com provides information on paying for care, the process of assisted living, homecare, etc.
Visit Caring.com to find the guidance you need as you care for an aging loved one.
Reading plays a part in reducing the risk of developing Alzheimer's and other types of dementia. Reading regularly alleviates stress, promotes longevity, and fosters meaningful social connections. The role of libraries is critical for ensuring that reading material is readily available and provides a space for socializing and to feel connected to the community.
Click here for a guide on the positive impact of reading and libraries on the aging process.!
What we are reading:
Lynn: The Murmur of Bees by Sofia Segovia
Ileshea: The Lost Queen by Signe Pike
Donna: Murder at Mallowan Hall by Colleen Cambridge
December Book Club
What: Heretics and Heroes by Thomas Cahill
Where: Morse Library in beautiful Greene, Maine
When: December 2nd @ 5pm
Why: Fun, Friendships, a Fabulous read
