Farms Branch
*Save the Date* Nutcracker Tea
Sunday, December 6 ~ 12 -PM - The Farms Friends sponsor our annual ‘Tea”, featuring musical entertainment and visits from the Nutcracker, Sugar Plum Fairy and Mrs. Santa Claus. We’ll have festive food, tea and crafts for children.
Adult Programs
Farms Book Discussion Group
Our Book Discussion Group meets on the third Thursday of each month from 7 to 8:30 PM.
New members are always welcome. Come once or as many times as you wish.
Book selections are:
- November 19: Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver
- December 17: Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett
Copies of the books may be picked up at the Farms Library.
Beverly Farms History Project ~ Thursday, November 12 at 7 PM
The topic for November is “Remembering Eleo”. The evening begins with a half hour illustrated talk on the life of Eleanora Sears. Attendees will be invited to share their memories of Eleo. The meeting takes place in the Lecture Hall and is free and open to the public.
Children’s & Family Programs
Fall Story Times
Please register in advance for Story Times.
- “Preschool Story Times” begin on Monday, September 28
Session I, for children 2-3 1/2 years old, starts at 10:30 AM; Session II, for children 3 1/2-5 years old, starts at 11:15 AM - “Tales for Tots” begins on Wednesday, September 30 at 10:30 AM
This program is for newborns to 24 months and their parents/care givers.
“Preschool Music with Dara” ~ Friday, November 6 at 10:30 AM
Dara presents her lively, interactive music program each month at the Farms Library. The show is geared for children, ages 2-5 years old. All are welcome to come and enjoy the fun.
“Oliver!” ~ Monday, November 9 at 4 PM
The Hampstead Stage Company presents Dickens’ classic story of Oliver Twist. The troupe will perform a special interpretation of this timeless play. For children, ages 6 and older and their families.
“Preschool Music with Dara” ~ Friday, December 4 at 10:30 AM
Dara presents her lively, interactive music program each month at the Farms Library. The show is geared for children, ages 2-5 years old. All are welcome to come and enjoy the fun.
“Gingerbread House Workshop” ~ Saturday, December 5 at 2 PM
It’s a Farms tradition! Children, age 6 and older, can create their own beautiful – and delicious – gingerbread house. *Please register in advance to attend the workshop*
“A Christmas Carol” ~ Tuesday, December 15 at 4 PM
The Hampstead Stage Company will perform this holiday favorite. Join us to meet Scrooge, Tiny Tim and assorted Christmas ghosts. For children age 6 and older and adults.
Art Exhibit
November 2009: “Guild of Beverly Artists”
Ten local artists representing the Beverly Guild will display their art work in the Lecture Hall in November. The mixed media show includes photography and paintings in oil, water colors and pastels. All are invited to view this show.
December 2009– “Landscapes and Seascapes of New England”
Nancy Molvig will display a wide variety of oil paintings. A native New Englander, she is particularly drawn to quaint seaside villages and Vermont farmhouses and barns. Due to the season, she will also display her snowy winter scenes.
