"Truths and roses have thorns about them."
Go Thoreau! Celebrating 200 years!
Saltworks of Cape Cod
Thursday, August 3rd at 6:00
Join Robert Kelley for a special talk on the Cape Cod Saltworks. The
presentation will discuss early salt production in Europe, the dynamics of salt
exports to America in the 17th and 18th centuries, as
well as the expansion, and decline of the industry in Barnstable County. Join
us to explore the probable cause for the development of manufacturing salt by
solar evaporation by Capt. John Sears of Yarmouth/Dennis in the early Federal
Period, and to learn more about this local industry.
Robert
Dudley Kelley of South Yarmouth is a trustee with the Historical Society of Old
Yarmouth, a researcher and writer of the local history of South Yarmouth with
concentration in the subjects of genealogy, saltworks, Quakers, and the Native
Americans of that town. He is published in the New England Historic and
Genealogical Register, and local publications in Barnstable County. He is the
current Chief Operating Officer of Dennis East International.
Historic Restaurants of Cape Cod
Thursday, July 27th at 6:30
Join local author Christopher Setterlund as he discusses his new book "Historic Restaurants of Cape Cod" which details the history of some of the iconic establishments of the Cape, still fresh in the memories of restaurant patrons.
Thousands of restaurants have come and gone on Cape Cod over the past century. Some, however, have made an indelible mark. Bill and Thelma's was hugely popular with students from the 1950s to the 1970s, often packed with locals after sporting events and dances. Starbuck's Restaurant in Hyannis featured the Chief Justice Warren Burger Burger and the Larry Bird Burger on its menu and boasted about the soup du jour saying, "We don't know what it is, but we have it every day." Opinions differ on how the Reno Diner actually got its name, whether from a broken sign or a local appliance company. This book covers these and many other stories about local Cape restaurants.
Author Christopher Setterlund is a twelfth-generation Cape Codder whose roots go back to the second Mayflower voyage. After growing up on Cape Cod and working in the restaurant industry for nearly two decades, he has a wealth of knowledge as to what makes a legendary Cape Cod establishment. He is the author of the In My Footsteps travel book series featuring Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket. In addition to books, the author has contributed work to the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce, Cape Cod Life magazine, Cape Cod Magazine, CapeCod.com and the Travel Channel. Away from writing he is a WITS-certified personal trainer, runner, photographer and a lover of travel.
Preschool Story Time is cancelled this week
Thursday, July 13th
There will be no Preschool Story Time on Thursday, July 13th. You are welcome to visit our children's room to read and play on your own, but there will be no planned story or craft this week. Preschool Story Time will be back next week, Thursday, July 20th.
Bag of Books Sale
Tuesday, July 18th-Saturday, July 22nd
The Friends of Dennis Public Library are holding a "Bag of Books Sale" at the library during the week of July 18th. Come to the library and get a designated paper bag and fill it with books for just $5.
This is a great way to stock up on books for your cottage, beach reading, or vacations and help the library at the same time. There are great new titles as well as some old favorites available.
All proceeds will benefit the Friends of Dennis Public Library.
Anne D. LeClaire at Author's Friday Special
Friday, July 28 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm
The Friends of the Dennis Public Library are pleased to announce that bestselling author Anne D. LeClaire will be the featured guest at their annual Author’s Friday Special. The event takes place on July 28th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at The Sea View,
Anne D. LeClaire, author of the recently released The Halo Effect and eight other novels,
is a former op-ed columnist who has been published in Redbook, the New York Times
and the Boston Globe. She teaches
creative workshops around the globe and has lead seminars and workshops
exploring silence, creativity and deep listening. Anne lives on Cape Cod .
Photo Christopher D. LeClaire
The library will be closed on July 4th
Closed: Tuesday, July 4th
The library will be closed on Tuesday, July 4th in celebration of Independence Day. Our outdoor book drop will remain open for returns. Enjoy a fun and safe holiday.
We will be back to help you on Wednesday, July 5th.
Happy Birthday Henry David Thoreau
Wednesday, July 12th
The Dennis Libraries have been celebrating Henry David Thoreau all year in commemoration of his 200th birthday this year. As part of the celebration we will have a cake in the library from 12:00-2:00 on his birthday, July 12th. Please stop by for a piece and to share in the fun.
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