Yay, McDonny’s Farm is coming!
McDonny’s Farm visit has been rescheduled to Tuesday, May 7th 10:30am at the Saugus Iron Works – weather permitting! Check the online event calendar after 9:30am on the morning of the program for any updates.
Thanks for your patience. We look forward to seeing you!
McDonny’s Farm Postponed
Sadly, we have decided to postpone the visit by McDonny’s Farm Mobile Petting Zoo on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 due to the weather forecast. We are hoping to reschedule for next week. We’ll let you know as soon as we do!
For Lovers of Trees and Saugus History
Saugus boasts many inspiring trees in its forests, along streets, and in other public places as well as home gardens. They are not only beautiful and environmentally important, but many of them have a place in Saugus’ history.
Garden designer, horticulture teacher, and president of Saugus Historical Society Laura Eisener will discuss how these trees or their fellow species members have been intertwined with the town’s history.
During Laura’s presentation she will talk about and show on the screen some of these magnificent trees, some of which feature in the “Distinguished Trees of Saugus” exhibit currently on view at SPL.
Join us for this free adult presentation on May 16 at 6:30 pm.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Saugus Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
5/11: Saturday Celebration of the Arts
Join us in celebrating the arts on Saturday, May 11th starting at 1:00 pm at the Saugus Public Library!
We are hosting a concert with the acclaimed Rasa String Quartet in the Community Room at 1 pm.
This will be followed by a public reception for artists depicting the trees of Saugus beginning at 2 pm in the Reading Room. Both events are free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served at the reception.
ART: The artwork was created during a April, 2024 program at the Library led by Kelly Slater where participants were encouraged to creatively depict trees in Saugus. Some of the participants agreed to allow us to exhibit selected works in the First Floor Reading Room during the months of May and June. Stop by after the concert to enjoy the works, meet the artists, and enjoy complimentary light refreshments.
MUSIC: Rasa String Quartet are winners of the 2022 Associazione Europea Di Musica E Comunicazione International Chamber Music Competition (Italy,) the 2021 Music Teachers National Association Chamber Music Competition (ATL,) the 2020 Chamber Music Yellow Springs Competition (OH,) and were the 2022-23 ensemble in residence at Phillips Exeter Academy. By exploring the connection between music and storytelling at the heart of folk traditions, Rasa String Quartet delivers engaging and accessible programs that showcase works from a variety of cultures and highlight unknown composers. They seek to educate their audiences by contextualizing the genres, styles, and composers they present, inviting their listeners to approach both familiar and unfamiliar sounds with an open and curious mind. This Saturday’s program, Heroes, delves into the broad concept of “heroism,” exploring its profound impact on the birth of musical expression. Join Rasa String Quartet on this riveting odyssey through the minds of Spanish, Korean, and German composers as they reveal how their respective versions of “heroes” fueled their imagination and shaped the essence of their art.
Performing Musicians:
Kiyoshi Hayashi, Violin
Emma Powell, Violin
Sergio MunÞoz Leiva, Viola
Mina Kim, Cello
The program for Saturday’s concert:
Joaquín Turina: The Bullfighter’s Prayer
Jungyoon Wie: A Popular Tune
Felix Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 2 in A minor, Op. 13
Rasa String Quartet and Kelly’s art program are sponsored by generous grants from the Saugus Cultural Council
Our Internet is Back!
We are sorry for any inconvenience.
Adult Craft Night!
Tuesday, May 7th, 6-7pm in the Brooks Room.
This month we will be making personalized canvas tote bags with fabric paint and stencils.
Please register in advance from our Events Calendar, space is limited.
Our Internet is back!
Web and Evergreen catalog are working.
Delayed Opening: Wed., April 24th at 12 Noon
The Saugus Public Library will have a delayed opening on Wednesday, April 24th at 12 Noon so we can conduct staff training. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Classical Music @ the SPL: Rasa Quartet – May 11th, 1:00 PM
Rasa String Quartet finds their niche exploring the musical space where classical and folk traditions intersect and influence one another.
Community Room, Saugus Public Library
Saturday, May 11th, 1:00 pm
Admission is free.
Formed in 2019, the Boston-based ensemble consists of violinists Maura Shawn Scanlin and Kiyoshi Hayashi, violist Emma Powell, and cellist Mina Kim, who are graduates of the New England Conservatory, the Shepherd School of Music, and Yale University.
Rasa String Quartet are winners of the 2022 Associazione Europea Di Musica E Comunicazione International Chamber Music Competition (Italy,) the 2021 Music Teachers National Association Chamber Music Competition (ATL,) the 2020 Chamber Music Yellow Springs Competition (OH,) and were the 2022-23 ensemble in residence at Phillips Exeter Academy.
They’ve collaborated with renowned folk musicians like celtic harpist, Maeve Gilchrist, jazz / traditional greek vocalist, Erini Tornesaki, and singer-songwriter, Judy Collins, performed their own programs at various venues and festivals around the country, including the 2023 Osaka International Chamber Music Competition, Rockport Music, WGBH, WBUR, and the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival, and have taught educational residencies at a variety of institutions like Walnut Hill School for the Arts, UMass Dartmouth, and the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto.
By exploring the connection between music and storytelling at the heart of folk traditions, Rasa String Quartet delivers engaging and accessible programs that showcase works from a variety of cultures and highlight unknown composers. They seek to educate their audiences by contextualizing the genres, styles, and composers they present, inviting their listeners to approach both familiar and unfamiliar sounds with an open and curious mind.
In sanskrit, the term ‘RASA’ refers to the indescribable power of any art form to inspire strong emotions in the reader or listener.
This event is funded by a generous grant from the Saugus Cultural Council, a local arm of the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a State agency.
Hackers Attackers and Thieves: Cyber, Social, Identity, and Personal Protection – Sat., May 4th, 1:30 pm
Community Room, Saugus Public Library
Saturday, May 4th, 1:30 pm
Robert Siciliano is a Boston based security expert and private investigator with 30+ years of experience, the #1 Best Selling Amazon.com author of 5 books, and the architect of the CSI Protection certification; a Cyber Social Identity and Personal Protection security awareness training program.
Mr Siciliano will be discussing various hack attacks, including everything from check, washing scams, the vicious grandparent scam, how they occur, how to prevent them and become a tougher target. He will discuss various tools to manage passwords, protect your devices, and manage your digital lives.
This interactive time together will use real-life examples to instruct attendees of all ages on how to avoid the risks associated with hackers attackers and thieves.
This event is sponsored by the New Friends of the Saugus Public Library and the Saugus Garden Club.
Attendance is limited. Please register at https://www.sauguspubliclibrary.org/events.
