A Tree Grows In Brooklyn

On Wednesday October 17 the Bremen book group will meet to discuss the classic American novel A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith. This book tells the story of a young girl growing up in Brooklyn in the early 1900's. Her mother struggles to support the family because her father is an unreliable alcoholic. The book was written in the 1940's so some of the characterizations may seem
shocking in the modern era of p.c. sensitivity. But the story is a reminder of how life was a hundred years ago in New York. A lively discussion is guranteed. The meeting starts at 3 p.m. and is open to everyone.

October Calendar

A Calendar of events, and changes in Bremen Library hours during the month of October.

October 1st - Monday
The library will close at 3:00 p.m.

October 7 - Sunday
The well known Maine humorist the Humble Farmer, will perform a benefit show for the Bremen library on Sunday October 7 at 7 p.m. in the Bremen Town House. Tickets are $12.00 in advance and $15.00 at the door. Tickets are available at the library, the Maine Coast Book Shop, and Bob's Package Express. For information call the library at 529-5572

October 8- Monday
Library closed for Columbus Day

October 15- Monday
The library will close at 3:00 p.m.

October 17- Wednesday
Book discussion group meeting. This month's book is A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith.
The group meets at 3:00 p.m.

Humble Farmer Coming to Bremen

On Sunday October 7 at 7 p.m. Robert Skoglund will present a show at the Bremen Town House to benefit the Bremen Library. Going by the stage name the Humble Farmer, Robert is known in Maine for his dry humor. For many years he hosted a radio show on MPBN and can still be seen on several local cable networks. He performs all over the state. Check out his website at http://www.thehumblefarmer.com/ to learn more about him.
Tickets cost $12 in advance and $15 at the door. They can be purchased at the Bremen Library, the Maine Coast Book Store and Bob's Package Express. For information call the library at 529-5572.

Whistling Season

The book group will meet on Wednesday September 19 at 3:00 to talk about Whistling Season, the historical novel by Ivan Doig. This is a beautifully written story about life on the prairie in Montana in the early 1900's. The importance of the local school, and the influence of an exceptional teacher on his students are part of the narrative.
The group has met several times over the summer, but this will be a return to our usual schedule. The group is open to anyone who enjoys reading and discussing books in a variety of genres. A tenative reading list for the upcoming months includes A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, Wuthering Heights, and The Secret Life of Bees. For information call the library.