Treat yourself to handmade Cape Cod fudge from Stage Stop Candy and help support the West Dennis Library with every delicious bite.

🍫 Warning: This post may cause sudden fudge cravings.

We're teaming up with our friends at Stage Stop Candy to bring you the sweetest fundraiser of the summer! Every delicious pound of handmade Cape Cod fudge helps support the West Dennis Library, so you can satisfy your sweet tooth and support your community.

Choose from eight irresistible flavors—including Chocolate, Penuche, Cookies & Cream, Peanut Butter Crunch, and more!

📅 Order by July 31
🍫 Fudge ships (or is ready for pickup) by August 14

👉 Order yours here: https://bit.ly/4f8rG1e 

Friday, July 24th

2:00 PM

Shhh...it's a secret! Or maybe several.

Join four of Cape Cod's most accomplished mystery authors—Leslie Meier, Susan Santangelo, Paul Kemprecos, and Barbara Struna—for a lively and entertaining afternoon celebrating the art of mystery writing.

From bestselling cozy mysteries and award-winning historical fiction to Shamus Award-winning thrillers and international adventures, each author brings a unique perspective on creating compelling characters, unforgettable plots, and page-turning suspense. Together they'll share stories from their writing lives, discuss the publishing journey, answer audience questions, and offer a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to write mysteries readers can't put down.

Whether you're an avid mystery reader, an aspiring writer, or simply curious about the creative process, you'll enjoy this engaging conversation filled with humor, insight, and inspiration.

Books will be available for purchase and signing following the program.

Sunday, July 26th

2:00 PM

What happened during the only law enforcement interview Whitey Bulger ever granted? Join retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent Rich Teahan, who commanded the FBI's Whitey Bulger Task Force, and Boston 25 News investigative reporter Bob Ward for a fascinating look inside one of the FBI's most famous fugitive investigations.

After sixteen years on the run, Boston crime boss James "Whitey" Bulger was captured in Santa Monica, California, bringing one of America's most notorious manhunts to an end. But for Teahan, who led the task force responsible for finding Bulger, the story was far from over.

During an extraordinary six-hour flight aboard a Justice Department jet, Teahan conducted the only interview Bulger ever gave to law enforcement. Together with Bob Ward—Boston 25 News investigative reporter and one of New England's most respected crime journalists—they'll share the remarkable story behind Face to Face with Whitey Bulger. Hear behind-the-scenes insights into the investigation, Bulger's capture, the unforgettable debrief aboard the Justice Department jet, and the collaboration that brought this extraordinary story to life.

Following the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, meet the authors, and have books signed. Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Whether you're fascinated by true crime, FBI investigations, investigative journalism, or modern Boston history, this is a rare opportunity to hear firsthand from the FBI agent who led the hunt for Whitey Bulger and the journalist who helped bring one of the story's most remarkable chapters to readers.

Tales to Tails
Monday, July 27 • 10:30–11:30 AM

Join us for a paws-itively delightful morning with the certified therapy dogs of the Companion Animal Program (CAP)!

Children are invited to build reading confidence one story at a time by reading aloud to these gentle, attentive listeners. Therapy dogs provide a calm, encouraging environment that helps young readers relax, practice their skills, and discover the joy of reading.

Not ready to read? No problem! Everyone is welcome to meet the dogs, enjoy some doggy cuddles, chat with their volunteer handlers, and learn more about the important work therapy dogs do throughout our community.

Whether you're an emerging reader, a lifelong dog lover, or simply looking for a fun family outing, Tales to Tails is sure to leave you smiling.

All ages are welcome. No registration required.

Our Hearts are Full!

Flavors 2026 Was a Huge Success (thanks to you!)

Come for the books, stay for the seeds! 🌱

Big news: the West Dennis Library is now the proud home of the West Dennis Garden Club Seed Library!

If you’ve started daydreaming about tomatoes, sunflowers, and garden dirt under your fingernails… same. Our seed library is here to help those dreams sprout — with free seeds for growing food, saving heirloom and native plants, and exploring sustainable gardening. Have extra seeds? Let’s swap!

How it works: Take seeds, grow them, and if you can, return some from your harvest to keep the cycle going.

By sharing seeds and simple resources, we’re growing more than gardens.  We’re nurturing biodiversity, sustainability, and community right here in Dennis.

Stop by, pick a packet, and let something wonderful grow. 🌼

📖 Massachusetts Center for the Book Reading Challenge – June: Read a Book with a Sympathetic Villain

📖 Massachusetts Center for the Book Reading Challenge

July Reading Challenge:

The Mass Center for the Book challenges readers to pick up a book found at a Little Free Library, tag sale, or used book store this month.

Lucky for you, Dennis is full of opportunities!

✨ Browse the shelves at our Library Book Sale on Sunday, July 19 for your next great read. Or check out our ongoing  library book sale shelves next time you stop in.

🏖️ Heading to the beach? Be sure to check out the Little Free Libraries maintained by the Dennis Libraries throughout the summer. Take a book, leave a book, and maybe discover your new favorite author along the way.

Sometimes the best stories are the ones you weren't looking for. 

✨ Why join the challenge?

• Connect with a community of readers across Massachusetts.

• Explore different genres outside of your comfort zone.

• Read at your own pace — no pressure, just pleasure.

Earn chances for free books each month and year-end prizes if you complete all 12 challenges.

How do I get started? Choose a book that fits the monthly challenge. After you read, fill out this form (here). The first time, you will be prompted to create an account. For more information visit: https://www.massbook.org/readingchallenge

West Dennis Free Public Library

260 Main Street (Route 28)

West Dennis, MA 02670

(508) 398-2050

[email protected]

The West Dennis Free Public Library welcomes all residents of West Dennis, Cape Cod, and beyond to enjoy free and open resources for education and entertainment, as well as activities and spaces to promote village social interaction, research, and access to technology. Founded in 1920, our Library has served as the
cultural heart of our community for over 100 years.