Local Upcoming Events:
Waverly's Annual 'National Night Out - Kickoff Parade'
is just around the corner!!!
11am - August 2nd!!
Come out to watch or participate in Waverly's 3rd Annual National Night Out -
Take Back the Streets
Parade! This year there will be special opportunities for bike riders and pet owners to participate. Contact Laura Kindseth of Waverly Main Street for more information & to register.
Join your neighbors for a Walk through Better Waverly
Join Walking Waverly!
7pm Wednesdays
July 23 and August 6
Just show up to walk any of those dates!
Meet at Marian House Courtyard: 949 Gorsuch
Walk through Better Waverly for an hour.
Get exercise, be outside, spend time with neighbors!
Add eyes and ears to our street corners.
A BWCO Quality of Life activity with support from
Northern District Police.
It's a party! It's all about books! And it's coming soon:
Waverly BookFest 2008!
- Across from the Waverly Farmers' Market -
No Charge for Admission!
- Brought to you by Friends of the Waverly Branch -
Saturday, September 13, 2008
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Waverly Branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library
400 E. 33rd Street
Come to the Waverly Branch for a day of book-related merrymaking and storytelling for all ages. Snap up great deals on books at our book tables; get your rare books appraised for free by David Grey of Allen's Bookshop (limited so register early); bid on antique, vintage, and other unique items at the Silent Auction; sample fresh-baked goodies and enjoy special programming for all ages throughout the day. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Waverly Branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library
400 E. 33rd Street
Children's Programming:
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
In the Children's Reading Room:
At 11 a.m., recent Newbery award-winning author Laura Amy Schlitz will read from her enchanting book Good Masters! Sweet Ladies! The author will be available to sign books immediately following the reading. Children will also enjoy crafts, face painting, balloons, animal visitors, and giveaways for those who come early. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
In the Children's Reading Room:
Teen Programming:
12 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
In the Meeting Room:
Teens interested in exploring journalism can participate in a dynamic program led by Baltimore Sun staffer John-John Williams. Thinking about a career in journalism? Want to hone your reporting skills? This program is for you. The program is free but space is limited so register in advance. CLICK HERE to download the registration form. Snack and beverage will be provided to participants. 12 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
In the Meeting Room:
Adult Programming:
1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
In the Meeting Room:
Join us for Conversations with the Artist Lee Freeman: Beyond Golden Fences. Freeman will use his experiences with the conceptualization and installation of Golden Fences as a starting off point in a broader discussion of art and public dialogue. 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
In the Meeting Room:
Book Appraisals:
2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
In the
Adult Reading Room:
We Want Your Books!
Well, someone wants your books,
and we'd love to play matchmaker.
Here's the catch: Books must be in good condition - with covers, no torn or missing pages, and not overly marked up. We will not accept textbooks. Books are being collected at the Waverly Branch in the marked bin in the lobby. And thanks! We promise your books will find great new homes and people to love them. Please do not place rare books or books of great value in the book bin. Instead, contact Ann Giroux at (410) 889-6484 to schedule your donation so that you can receive a donor acknowledgement letter. Don't know exactly how much the books are worth? We can help!
Well, someone wants your books,
and we'd love to play matchmaker.
We Want Your Stuff!
We would love to have donations for our Silent Auction. This is not a White Elephant Sale. Please donate your antiques, collectibles, new in-box electronics, decorative items, art, bottles of fine wine, vacation package and restaurant gift certificates, or other items. Your contributions are tax-deductible and a donor acknowledgement letter will be provided. To donate items, please contact Ann Giroux at (410) 889-6484.
We Want You Too!
This amazing event is made possible by the Friends of the Waverly Branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library, an all-volunteer organization comprised of your neighbors and friends. Do you live in Abell, Barclay, Guilford, Oakenshawe, Pen Lucy or Waverly and surrounding areas? This is YOUR branch. Volunteer for BookFest 2008. We have many volunteer opportunities and one will make you say "yay" - we're sure of it.
This Event Needs Sponsors!
Last year's event was a huge success. The event was highlighted in both The Baltimore Sun and City Paper (as Critic's Choice). We had about 1,000 attendees, representing many different neighborhoods including nearby Abell, Barclay, Guilford, Homeland, Oakenshawe, Pen Lucy and Roland Park and many others from all over the City We would love to put the name of your business on the program... Do you have patrons in these communities? Consider becoming a Sponsor. We would love to put the name of your business on the program.
Your tax-deductible financial contribution of $250 will put you there.
Consider providing complimentary food and beverage the day of the event for our hardworking BookFest volunteers. In-Kind Gifts of new books, school supplies and other items appropriate for school age children and teens are also welcome.
Would you like to be the official sponsor of one of our special programs? (See Adult, Teen and Children's programming above.) Your company's name or product could be featured on a banner. Ask us how. Contact Ann Giroux at (410) 889-6484 to learn more about Sponsorship Opportunities for Waverly BookFest 2008.
Contact Information For further information about Waverly BookFest 2008:
Contact Ann Giroux, Waverly Friends at (410) 889-6484
For further information about the Waverly Library:
Waverly Branch Circulation Desk (410) 396-6053
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