Plumb Library will offer the following programs in December. The library will be closed on Saturday, Dec. 24, Monday, Dec. 26 and Monday, Jan. 2 for the holidays.

To register or get more information for any of these events, go to plumblibrary.com, or call 508-763-8600.

Food for fines – From Dec. 1-27, the library will offer food for fines. Patrons can donate non-perishable food items to be taken to Damien’s Pantry in Wareham, or pet food, toys or cat litter for local animal shelters. Donations will cover overdue fines only. For more information, call the library.

Dec. 1 – Chris Williamson, the instrumental music teacher from Rochester Memorial School, will be at the library. Attendees will get the chance to learn and play brass instruments (special sanitizing spray included). The program is best for children ages 5 and up, but families are welcome. Register online.

Dec. 3 – The Friends of Plumb Library are holding their annual Holiday Fair from 10-3 p.m. There will be a silent auction offering handmade items, gift baskets and gift certificates, a bake sale, the Rochester Historical Society selling shirts and books on local history, essential oils, Pampered Chef, Avon and a visit from author Nancy Cote. There will be entertainment throughout the day, including a visit from Santa from 11-12:30 p.m.

Dec. 16 – The Just the Facts nonfiction book discussion group will discuss “Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth” by Reza Aslan at 6:30 p.m. The book balances the Jesus of the Gospels against historical record of the time, and Aslan describes the many contradictions of the story of Jesus.

Dec. 29 – The Café Parlez book group will meet at 6:30 p.m. to discuss “The Art of Racing in the Rain” by Garth Stein. Enzo, a dog, is sure that he will come back as human and prepares by watching television and observing the humans around him. Books are available at the desk.