THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 17, 2023 Page 17 ~ Calendar of Events at the Everett Public Libraries ~ March 20–25, 2023 Parlin Adult and Teens Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace Room; Tuesday, March 21 at 7 p.m. Come chitchat and stitch! Bring your crocheting, knitting or any other yarn craft and sit and socialize with other members of the crafting community. Recommended for ages 14-109! Bingo! Parlin Meeting Room; Wednesday, March 22 at 1:00 p.m. Can’t get enough Bingo? BHRC | FROM PAGE 15 inhibit people from falling once seated. I am pleased to have fi led [the bill] on behalf of my constituent to improve safety for our handicapped residents and ensure they can continue to enjoy social outings at food establishments.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “Everyone I talk to here in the Statehouse is really committed to continuing to address the trauma of gun violence to bring the numbers of deaths and injuries from gun violence down to zero. So I’m very optimistic.” --- Ruth Zakarin, executive director of the MA Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence. Join us for our Bingo afternoon! Prizes awarded. We have space for 12 people. If you have any questions, call 617-394-2300. Author Event — Hank Phillippi Ryan: Parlin Meeting Room; Wednesday, March 22 at 7:00 p.m. “The House Guest” is another diabolical cat-andmouse thriller from the USA Today bestselling author. Which character is the cat, and which is the mouse? Coff ee and pastries provided by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. “The latest comment from the T board chair that reduced ridership levels is the ‘new normal’ is disappointing and frustrating. A successful business or government agency culture is built on resilience, agility and optimism—not despair to current challenges.” --- James Rooney, President and CEO, Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce. “Connecting veterans to critical housing, employment and other supportive services is a central focus for our team at Massachusetts Executive Offi ce of Veterans’ Services each and every day.” ---Newly appointed Secretary of Veterans Aff airs Jon Santiago Parlin Children’s Crafts for Kids: Parlin Children’s Room; Tuesday, March 21 at 3 p.m. Hello, spring! All kids ages three and up are welcome; please come and join the fun! Registration is required. Sign up online or at the Parlin Children’s desk. Friday Family Movie Night! Parlin Meeting Room; Friday, March 24 at 3 p.m. Break out the popcorn! Come and watch “Lilo & Stitch” with your friends and family. on the Healey Administration’s proposed $3.5 million in funding the New England Center and Home for Veterans. “Family caregivers play a vital role in Massachusetts health care system, whether they care for someone at home, coordinate home health care or help care for someone who lives in a nursing home. We want to make sure all family caregivers have the fi nancial, emotional and social support they need, because the care they provide is invaluable both to those receiving it and to their community.” ---Mike Festa, AARP Massachusetts State Director on his support for legislation that would create a refundable Shute Adult and Teens Resume Writing: Shute Adult Department. Do you need help sprucing up an old resume or creating a new one? Sign up for a 30-minute session at both the Parlin and Shute Libraries. By appointment only. Please call 617-394-2302 for the Parlin Library and 617-394-2308 for the Shute Library to register for an appointment. Computer Basics 101: Shute Adult Department. Not familiar with the computer? Learn $1,500 tax credit to cover expenses incurred by a taxpayer for the care and support of a qualifying family member. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say BHRC | SEE PAGE 23 the basics: how to start up and shut down a computer, perform mouse and keyboard functions, use applications, learn Microsoft Word, navigate the Internet, set up an email account, and more! By appointment only. Please call 617-394-2302 for the Parlin Library and 617-394-2308 for the Shute Library to register.
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