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MEET THE CANDIDATES FOR
THE 2023 OBOI COMMUNITY READ 

Books

IN THE PRESS

Reading for pleasure reduces stress, heightens empathy, improves students’ test scores, slows the onset of dementia, and makes us more active and aware citizens

NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS

The words on the printed page...cause you to enter what is essentially an altered state of consciousness...Reading for six minutes slows heart rates, lessens muscle tension, and reduces stress levels.

DR. DAVID LEWIS, NEUROSCIENTIST

In the UK, Doctors have been incorporating required reading as part of a patient’s prescription...to bring the benefits of reading to millions of patients with anxiety and depression.

READINGPARTNERS.ORG

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Hello One Book, One Islanders,

 

The Nantucket Atheneum invites all organizations, book clubs and businesses to submit their team's candidate for the annual community read, We ask participating teams and you the voter to consider a title's accessibility for and relevance to our richly diverse island. This event was established over 15 years ago by  OBOI's founding Librarian, Molly Anderson, and with  organizations devoted to creating a warm communal event to spread winter cheer. For the first year, we held a community wide vote, and while the race started off close, Soul of an Octopus by Sy Montgomery won by a landslide. This book was proudly nominated by the Nantucket Book Foundation.

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Happy Reading,

Atheneum Ann

 

 

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EVENTS

FREE BOOK GIVEAWAY
Get your free copy now at The Nantucket Atheneum, the Nantucket Historical Association or at the Artists' Association Nantucket. (ALL OF THE FREE BOOKS HAVE NOW BEEN GIVEN AWAY - Please check one out from the Atheneum or make a purchase at Mitchell's Book Corner). 

 

MARCH STORYWALK

Visit the Atheneum Garden at 1 India Street anytime during March to experience the story walk featuring the picture book, Inky the Octopus: The Official Story of One Brave Octopus' Daring Escape (Includes Marine Biology Facts for Fun Early Learning!)

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FRI, MAR. 24, from 3PM ON - OCTOPUS MOBILE GRAB AND GO PROJECT

The Artists' Association of Nantucket hosts this colorful and fun project for children of all ages. Stop by the Visual Arts Center after 3pm to pick up your own octopus mobile to assemble. 

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FRI, MAR. 24, 4-5:30PM - "SOUL OF THE OCEAN" EXHIBIT, OPENING RECEPTION
The Artists' Association of Nantucket hosts an exhibition at the Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive, opening on Mar. 24. Hours are Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm.  The title of the show is "Soul of the Ocean," a maritime theme. The show is open to anyone who would like to exhibit their work. Artwork drop off dates are Tues, Mar. 21 and Wed, Mar. 22 at the Visual Arts Center, 9-5PM.

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FRI., MAR. 24, 4-5PM - MARINE LIFE TOUCH TANK 

Maria Mitchell collaborates with the Artists' Association to bring a marine life touch tank to the Friday evening opening reception. Maria Mitchell staff will be on hand to help you discover the sea creatures that live at their museum. Get to know real life marine species while you browse the artwork. AAN Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive.

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SAT, MAR. 25, 3:30PM - OCTOPUSES ON THE LOOSE!

Join us at the Community School’s downtown location at 56 Centre Street where we will celebrate the amazing Octopus and a few of their underwater friends with a family read-aloud, Octopus hunt. and special craft. Email Susan Richards at richardss@npsk.org with questions and to sign up.

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SAT, MAR. 25, 6:30PM - BOOK DISCUSSION

Join Head Librarian, Ann Scott, at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street, for a discussion of Soul of an Octopus, by Sy Montgomery.

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SUN, MAR. 26, 6:30PM - FILM SCREENING

Join Head Librarian, Ann Scott, at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street, for a screening of the film, My Octopus Teacher, in which a filmmaker forges an unusual friendship with an octopus living in a South African kelp forest, learning as the animal shares the mysteries of her world.

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MON, MAR. 27, 2:30PM - BOOK DISCUSSION 

Join Head Librarian, Ann Scott, at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street, for a discussion of Soul of an Octopus, by Sy Montgomery.

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THURS, MAR. 30, 5:30PM - FOOD FOR THOUGHT: FASCINATING FACTS ABOUT OCTOPUSES

Join the Nantucket Historical Association and Maria Mitchell Association at the Whaling Museum (13 Broad Street) to hear Jack Dubinsky talk about the fascinating biology and behavior of octopuses based on his expertise and firsthand experience. Register Now!

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Sat, Apr. 1, 10-11:30AM - CHILDREN'S BEACH BOOK DISCUSSION AND ACTIVITY - CANCELLED
Nantucket Island Safe Harbor for Animals (NISHA) and Marine Mammals Alliance of Nantucket present a hands-on approach to discussing “The Soul of an Octopus” with a gathering at Children’s Beach, complete with a discussion of the highlights of the book followed by some interactive activities focused on marine life on our island. This program is geared towards 5th-7th grade students who we invite to sign up and pick up a copy of the book at the front desk of the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.
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