Bats: Those Fantastic, Furry, Flexible Fliers

Wednesday, August 11 at 7:00

Irwin Schorr, an experienced naturalist and raconteur, introduces our audience to bats. With a touch of humor, he explores the myths of vampire bats and common phrases like blind as a bat. He'll review local bats as well as examples from all over the world. The audience will leave with an understanding of the importance and fragility of these creatures, which are the only true flying mammals.

Irwin Schorr is a self-taught, versatile naturalist whose career in the pharmaceutical industry led him to the study of the chemical, medicinal, and industrial uses of plants and their vital interactions with animals and humans.

Part of Dennis Public Library's "Green" Series.

Shellfish 101

Thursday, August 12 at 7:00 pm

Want to take those delicious sea creatures from their watery homes to create a tasty meal for your table? Shellfish Constable Alan Marcy, the "go to" person for local shellfishing, will teach our audience the basics. He will explain the different types of shellfish found in the area and identify the areas where shellfish can be harvested. Don't leave the Cape without this great lesson from an expert!

Part of Dennis Public Library's "Green" Series.

1st Wednesday Classic Film Series

Wednesday, August 4th at 11:00 am

This month, we present 1962 film What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?, starring Bette Davis and Joan Crawford. Two aging film actresses live as virtual recluses in an old Hollywood mansion. Jane Hudson, a successful child star, cares for her crippled sister Blanche, whose career in later years eclipsed that of Jane. Now the two live together, their relationship affected by simmering subconscious thoughts of mutual envy, hate and revenge. Bette Davis won best actress Oscar for this film.

Author's Friday - Hobson Woodward

Friday, July 30th at 2:00 pm

Newcomer Hobson Woodward's A Brave Vessel uncovers a 400-year mystery that links America's fledgeling Jamestown colony, the island of Bermuda, and Shakespeare's masterpiece The Tempest.

A Brave Vessel is a gripping tale of shipwreck and survival that changed the fate of the colonies and enriched our literacy legacy.

Author Hobson Woodward is associate editor of The Adams Papers, and comes to us from the Massachusetts Historical Society in Boston.

Wildlife and the Homeowner

Saturday, July 31 at 11:00 am

Love nature's creatures, but not sure what to do when they get too close for comfort? Tanya Daigneault, Natural Resource Officer for the Town of Dennis, will talk to our audience about how to deal with animals in yards, chimneys, sheds, and gutters. She will address any concerns raised by audience members and advise on simple solutions. There's no need to fear! There are ways to handle these issues that benefit both the wildlife and the homeowner.

Part of Dennis Public Library's "Green" Series.

DVD Player available for check out

Want to watch your favorite movie, but don't own a DVD player? Our new DVD player is available for check out with a $20 cash deposit.

Check out period is 7 days. If returned late, fee of $1 per day added. Deposit will be refunded upon return of DVD player.

New local author Tracey Selanis Nowers

Saturday, July 24 at 11:00 am

Meet debut author Tracey Selanis Nowers. Recently featured in the Cape Cod Times' Cape Cod Book Scene, her book There's More to Me than You explores the not-so-perfect side of adoption. The story centers on daughter, Catherine, and biological mother, Sharon. When the two women meet later in life, they discover that blood ties can't erase indiscretions and painful memories. One will accept and forgive; the other will choose a life filled with denial, turmoil, and regret.

Mrs. Nowers tells a powerful and compassionate story with heartbreaking astuteness and richly textured characters. She is a certified veterinary tecnician and writer, who manages an animal hospital and is currently writing her next book. The author lives with her family in Massachusetts

The Night Skies and Astronomy

Wednesday, July 21 at 8:00 pm

Jarvis Hunt, master of Earth Science and Astronomy, presents a slide show that highlights many features of the night sky. Learn about tides and the effects of the moon and the sun on tide levels and tide frequencies. If weather permits, our speaker and audience will venture outside to view the constellations.

Jarvis Hunt is an instructor and program presenter at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History and a former science teacher at an independent school in Massachusetts.

Explore Cape Cod Wild Flowers

Friday, July 16 at 11:00 am

Nancy Wigley and Sue Carr, co-authors of Trailside Treasures: Plants of Cape Cod, will introduce our audience to local wild flowers. These plants are vegetative beauties - not shy and retiring wallflowers! They give us pleasure and make contributions to the qualities of our lives.

Nancy Wigley is a Master Naturalist and retired educator who assists at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History. Sue Carr is an accomplished nature photographer and former director of the Brewster Ladies Library. Trailside Treasures will be available for signing.

Part of Dennis Public Library's "Green Series.

Solar Options with Luke Hinkle

Wednesday, July 7 at 7:00 pm

Learn how to put the power of the sun to work for you! Our guest Luke Hinkle is a scientist and founder of My Generation Energy, a solar energy installation and development company based in Brewster. He conducts a lively discussion and explains why solar power makes sense now, how it works, and what the economics are for installing it on a house or business.

Part of Dennis Public Library's "Green" Series.