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Special Events at the James 2007 - 2008 Season

Silhouettes by JoyAnne MacConnell
Saturday, November 17, 2007

Individual sittings for custom-cut silhouettes by one of New England’s premiere artists. This event always sells out in advance. Call for information, pricing and appointment reservations. For adults and children six months and older.

Holiday Trunk Show
Saturday, December 1, 2007
10 am to 5 p.m.

Don’t miss one of the South Shore’s best holiday shopping fairs. More than 15 artists and artisans on three floors of the historic James Library featuring custom jewelry by Kim Spires, Jody Cash, Adrienne Gatien and others; handbags by Nina Berkowitz, hand knits, organic honey, trays, Christmas ornaments and other unique items by South Shore artists and craftspeople.

Trunk sale Jewelry

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Norwell Reads
Spring, 2008

The 4^th Annual One-Town One –Book event

What happens when an entire town reads the same book and then gathers at related events to help build community?

The 2008 book choice is Marley and Me by John Grogan. Join fellow residents and read this heartwarming book about a young family and the wonderful dog that taught them some life lessons.

Co-sponsored by the James Library and the Norwell Public Library.

Pick up your copy of the book at either location and attend some of the events.

Related events at the James Library:

Thursday, May 8 at 7:00 p.m.

Pet Rescue and Adoption presented by Sue Carson of Greyhound Rescue and Diane St. Ours from the Scituate Animal Shelter. Free. All ages welcome.

Marley and Me Wed. May 21 at 10:30 a.m.

Storytime. Stories and songs about pets for children ages 2-5. Featuring John Grogan’s companion book for children Bad Dog, Marley! Call to register. 781-659-7100. Free.

Books in Bloom

Snow Flower and the Secret Fan

May 16 & 17, 2008
Click here to see the wonderful 2008 entries.

The third biennial Books – in- Bloom event is a glorious celebration of books and flowers.

Creative floral displays depicting books are on exhibit for two days on all three floors of the James Library. Created by local artists and book lovers, this is one of the year’s most popular events. The opening party on Friday May 16 is a benefit for the library. Displays will also be on exhibit on Saturday, May 17 from 10 a.m. –1 p.m. Call 781-659-7100 for ticket information.

Benefit Party
Friday, May 16 6-9 p.m.
$20 in advance /$25 at the door
Live jazz, tour the displays, enjoy light fare, the raffles and silent auction.
Vote for your favorite floral installation!

Saturday, May 17
10 – 2 p.m.
Displays only. $5 at the door.

Community sponsors: Jackson Real Estate Brokerage, Cavanaro Consulting and Whole Foods Market. Proceeds benefit the library.

Annual Memorial Day Book Sale

May 26, 2008
9 a.m. – noon
Indoor booksale to benefit the library. Refreshments on the lawn following the Memorial Day Parade in historic Norwell Center. Free. Rain or shine.

Volunteer Recognition Party

June 8, 2008

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