Join us at the market on Friday, July 21st for a wine tasting, music, food truck, 50/50, and basket auction, all to benefit the library and the preservation of our historic building. Please see the details below. Donation jars benefiting the library are at the registers all season too! Thank you Red Top and we hope to see you there!
FRIDAY, JULY 21, 2023 AT 6 PM – 8 PM
as the crowd gathered on the back lawn of the Vincentown Library to celebrate the Second Annual Frog Jump, organized by Mrs Pew (aka Ms Kim). Registration was brisk with 21 frogs and trainers stepping up to compete. Hoppin Hank, Captain America, Jumping Jimmy and Firecracker (to name just a few) were all proudly entered into the event by their Frog Jockeys.
Once all registrations were in, Ms Kim proceeded to explain the rules to the contestants.
This year we were again fortunate to have the “professional” measurement team of Professor Bullfrog and Amphibious with their highly technical equipment (the yardstick).
Following much strategizing, the Frog Jockeys and Frogs stepped up to the starting line.
Some of the frogs had to be sweet talked into a jump, some needed encouragement and others seemed to know the game and took off jumping in all directions.
Many of the contestants were repeat performers, they knew the routine, and knew how to encourage their frog.
Medals for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place jumps were awarded. (I forgot to write down to include – will post later today!)
1st Place: Nate Coyle &. Beans
2nd Place: Luke Hagerthey & Frank
3rd Place: James & Captain America
Finally, our award for the best Frog catching story went to Mia for submitting a great little hand written, illustrated story!
Thanks to Ms Kim and all the volunteers helping to set up, clean up, man the food stand, help with children’s games, register measure and tally the event.
It was a great evening
Thanks to everyone for coming out to support the Library!
*All frogs were promised to be returned to their homes to tell the story of their participation in the first Vincentown Library Frog Jump!
Start the training today for the big event of the summer – The Frog Jump!
This year an award will be given to the participant with the best tale (true or embellished) of catching their prize frog.
Check out the other fun events Miss Kim has planned for the month.
And don’t forget…
Details soon!
FRIDAY IS THE DAY! We are celebrating a 100 years of service to our community!Come on over to Old Town Hall at 5:30 and grab some dinner from Forte’s Food truck and listen to music while you wait for the magician at 6:30!! Plenty of parking across the street. Don’t let the chance of a little rain spoil your evening, we aren’t!!!
Bring your blanket or lawn chairs and come out and celebrate with us – a fun family night!! You don’t even need to worry about cooking dinner, we’ll have Fresh Forte’s Burgers” food truck!
We’re gearing up here at the library for an active summer. Come, celebrate the end of the school year at our Annual Backyard Event on June 23rd at 5:30 pm. This year it will be bigger and better than ever!
Brian Richards will return to entertain young and old alike with magic, puppets and silly antics – he’s a hoot! Show begins at 6:30 – bring your blanket and reserve your space!
In addition to the magic and comedy, we’ll be celebrating our 100th Anniversary. Kids can enjoy 1920’s style games, photo ops and a food truck- Fresh Forte’s Burgers (a no cook night!). And the spectacular replica of the Sally Stretch Keen Memorial Library will be open for all to explore and enjoy!
Moving into July, in addition to the regular Wednesday Story Hour, Miss Kim has tons of fun planned for kids. Art and craft projects and outdoor activities are already on the schedule.
AND…what else takes place in July?
Watch for details!!!
The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the winner of the 2023 Community Service Award— Judy Misoyianis! For many, many years, Judy has transformed her home into holiday displays to the joy of all who see them. If you want to convey Mill Street to someone outside of Vincentown, “the street with the Gingerbread House,” suffices. She is also an integral member of the Vincentown Garden Club, and a driving force of the barrel initiative. She and her counterpart, Betty Allen, share their wonderful creativity and talents each year at Smithville and have donated their displays to be further enjoyed at the Children’s Library. In 2004, Judy was a part of the committee that helped residents recover from the flood. We appreciate her kindness and generosity with her time and talents. Through her artistry, Judy makes our community a better place to live.
Everyone is invited to help us celebrate Judy on Tuesday, May23rd at 6pm at the library. We will hold an award ceremony and have a reception with light refreshments immediately after.
Congratulations, Judy!
The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the winner of the 2023 Community Service Award— Judy Misoyianis! For many, many years, Judy has transformed her home into holiday displays to the joy of all who see them. If you want to convey Mill Street to someone outside of Vincentown, “the street with the Gingerbread House,” suffices. She is also an integral member of the Vincentown Garden Club, and a driving force of the barrel initiative. She and her counterpart, Betty Allen, share their wonderful creativity and talents each year at Smithville and have donated their displays to be further enjoyed at the Children’s Library. In 2004, Judy was a part of the committee that helped residents recover from the flood. We appreciate her kindness and generosity with her time and talents. Through her artistry, Judy makes our community a better place to live.
Everyone is invited to help us celebrate Judy on Tuesday, May23rd at 6pm at the library. We will hold an award ceremony and have a reception with light refreshments immediately after.
Congratulations, Judy!
Sally Stretch Keen Memorial Library 