Cultural

For pianists of all ages (intermediate & up).
If you feel daunted by reading the notes on a page of music, this workshop will share a few secrets to help you improve your sight-reading skills.
Instructor: Rieko Tanaka
Free for WCMS students / $15 for general public
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For adult pianists.
Guest presenter Patrick Elisha will guide adult learners and selected performers through the secrets of piano making, and how understanding piano mechanics can improve your playing.
Host: Dr. Miriam Conti Vanoni
Free for WCMS students / $15 for general public
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The annual three-day show sponsored the the Massachusetts Orchid Society is Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 8–10.  Show Admission is $10 per person. Purchase tickets online, in-person or become a member today. Free admission to current MOS members and children under 8 yrs.

Exhibits & Sales Area are open to public (with admission) on Friday 12:30–5:00 pm, Saturday 10 am–5 pm, and Sunday 10 am–4 pm.

This month's book is A Walk in the Woods: rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail by Bill Bryson. Copies of the book are generally available one month prior to the meeting and are located in the Reference Room.

This month's book is The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams. Copies of the book are generally available one month prior to the meeting and are located in the Reference Room. Librarians will gladly assist you in locating a large print, downloadable, or audio copy.

This month's book is A fever in the Heartland: the Ku Klux Klan's Plot to Take over America, and the Woman who Stopped Them by Timothy Egan. Copies of the book are generally available one month prior to the meeting and are located in the Reference Room.

This month's book is Symphony of Secrets by Brendan Slocumb. Copies of the book are generally available one month prior to the meeting and are located in the Reference Room. Librarians will gladly assist you in locating a large print, downloadable, or audio copy.

This month's book is The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan. Copies of the book are generally available one month prior to the meeting and are located in the Reference Room. Librarians will gladly assist you in locating a large print, downloadable, or audio copy.…Learn More

Why write about your photography? Aren't your pictures supposed to say it all? Ideally, but written cues can offer viewers helpful entry points into your work. If you exhibit your work, artist statements, project statements and biographies are necessities. If you are applying for an artist residency, a grant or a call for entry, writing eloquently will illuminate the intention and process that sparked your imagery. The bottom line is, effective communication elevates your work. In our first session of the course, we explain best practices for starting and maintaining successful writing habits

Teens, come join us for our new book club! Discover new books, talk with other fans, and fill up on snacks. This month's book is Now, Conjurers by Freddie Kölsch. Copies will be available near the Reference Desk on the main floor of the library. For high school students only.