"Lovely" Letter to the Editor in February 21st Issue of HLN
February is Love Your Library Month
Do you love your library? I know I do. When I returned to Litchfield 14 years ago, I was hesitant to see what this small library could offer me and my young children. Having moved from a bigger city with a much bigger library, I was prepared to be underwhelmed. What I learned on my first visit and continue to see every time I visit the ACML is that it is a library that is much bigger than it seems.
Have some free time? The variety of programs that are offered astound me- starting with story time for babies and working through the ages to book discussion groups for adults. Plus, there are many other programs offered to patrons, including guest speakers, authors, crafting nights, and much more.
Looking for something to read? It comes in all forms and formats at the ACML. Whether you’re looking for a popular work of fiction, a movie on DVD, something for your eReader, or an audio book, the library has access to it. Plus, there always are books for sale on the perpetual book sale shelf on the lower level of the library.
Need to work on project? The library has computers available to the public and also provides free wi-fi 24/7.
Looking for a little something to do? Check out the museum passes that are available.
If you haven’t been to the Aaron Cutler Memorial Library recently, you should stop by and check it out. I’m hoping you’ll fall in love with your library also.
Michele Pesula-Kuegler
President
Friends of the Aaron Cutler Memorial Library
A big thanks to the Friends of the Library for helping us provide services to our community!
Labels: FRieNDS' CoRNeR News, love your library month, ReaDiNG RooM News
Page Turners Read Loki's Wolves for March
The Page Turners book discussion group for Tweens in grades 6-8 reads Loki's Wolves by K. L. Armstrong. Join Miss Kerri at 2:30 on March 19th for a snack, discussion and activity. Copies of the book are available in the Teen area or Young Readers' Room.
About the Book
"The runes have spoken. We have our champion...Matthew Thorsen."
Matt hears the words, but he can't believe them. He's Thor's representative? Destined to fight trolls, monstrous wolves and giant serpents...or the world ends? He's only thirteen.
While Matt knew he was a
modern-day descendent of Thor, he's always lived a normal kid's life. In
fact, most people in the small town of Blackwell, South Dakota, are
direct descendants of either Thor or Loki, including Matt's classmates
Fen and Laurie Brekke. No big deal.
But now Ragnarok is coming, and
it's up to the champions to fight in the place of the long-dead gods.
Matt, Laurie, and Fen's lives will never be the same as they race to put
together an unstoppable team, find Thor's hammer and shield, and
prevent the end of the world.
Labels: book discussion for tweens, events/activities for tweens, KiDS' RooM News, page turners, TeeN RooM News
Book Bunch Reads The One and Only Ivan for March
About the Book
Ivan is an easygoing gorilla.
Living at the Exit 8 Big Top Mall and Video Arcade, he has grown
accustomed to humans watching him through the glass walls of his domain.
He rarely misses his life in the jungle. In fact, he hardly ever thinks
about it at all.
Instead, Ivan thinks about TV
shows hes seen and about his friends Stella, an elderly elephant, and
Bob, a stray dog. But mostly Ivan thinks about art and how to capture
the taste of a mango or the sound of leaves with color and a well-placed
line.
Then he meets Ruby, a baby
elephant taken from her family, and she makes Ivan see their home—and
his own art—through new eyes. When Ruby arrives, change comes with her,
and its up to Ivan to make it a change for the better.
Labels: book bunch, book discussion for kids, events/activities for kids, KiDS' RooM News
This Week @ Your Library...
Participate in the activities listed below:
1) Dinner and a Movie Raffle
2) Love is a Mystery Used Book Blow-out
3) Give a Gift From the Heart
4) Pick up a Blind Date Book
5) Get 10% off at Haley's with your library card
6) Enter a "Why I Love My Library" contest for kids
7) Take the Polar Plunge for a chance to win prizes in the Kids' Room
Preschool Story Time Resumes Next Tuesday @ 10:30 or Wednesday @ 12:30
Enjoy your vacation week!
Author Talk with Robert Varney on Tuesday @ 7:00, CHS Auditorium
Join us in the Campbell High School Auditorium to hear from New Hampshire author Bob Varney.
Unraveled on Thursday from 6:00-8:00
If your hobby is knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, or any other kind of stitching, bring your project to the library and stitch with our group! Unraveled meets the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month.
Book Babies and Tiny Tales Resume Next Friday
Enjoy your vacation week!
Currently Available Book Group Titles
All Booked Up: The Light Between Oceans by M. L. Stedman
History Buffs: A Perfect Storm by Sebastian Junger
Book of the Month: Tell the Wolves I'm Home by Carol Rifka Brunt
Book Bunch: The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate
Page Turners: Joki's Wolves by K. L. Armstrong
Labels: this week
History Buffs Read The Perfect Storm for March
About the Book
It was the storm of the century—a tempest created by so rare a combination of factors that meteorologists deemed it "the perfect storm."
When it struck in October, 1991,
there was virtually no warning. "She's comin' on, boys, and she's comin'
on strong," radioed Captain Billy Tyne of the Andrea Gail from off the
coast of Nova Scotia. Soon afterward, the boat and its crew of six
disappeared without a trace.
The Perfect Storm
is a real-life thriller, a stark and compelling journey into the dark
heart of nature that leaves listeners with a breathless sense of what it
feels like to be caught, helpless, in the grip of a force beyond
understanding or control.
Labels: book discussion for adults, events/activities for adults, history buffs, ReaDiNG RooM News
How would you like us to spend a large bag of cash?
If the library found a large bag of money, how would you LOVE to see it used?
Click here to respond.
Labels: FRieNDS' CoRNeR News, love your library month
Author Talk with Robert Varney, Tuesday, March 25th
Varney is the author of Do Unto Others, a murder mystery set in New Hampshire's Lakes Region, where rural New England lives side-by-side with Philadelphia aristocracy.
Like his fictional judge, Harry Warren, Robert C. Varney is also a judge, having served for almost forty years in the New Hampshire District and Circuit Courts.
Copies of Do Unto Others will be available for sale and signature after the program.
This event is free and open to the public.
Labels: events/activities for adults, events/activities for teens, programs, ReaDiNG RooM News
Library Closing at 2:00
See you tomorrow!
Labels: library closings
All Booked Up Reads The Light Between Oceans for March
About the Book
After four harrowing years on the Western Front, Tom Sherbourne returns to Australia and takes a job as the lighthouse keeper on Janus Rock, nearly half a day’s journey from the coast. To this isolated island, where the supply boat comes once a season, Tom brings a young, bold, and loving wife, Isabel. Years later, after two miscarriages and one stillbirth, the grieving Isabel hears a baby’s cries on the wind. A boat has washed up onshore carrying a dead man and a living baby.
Tom, who keeps meticulous records and whose moral principles have withstood a horrific war, wants to report the man and infant immediately. But Isabel insists the baby is a “gift from God,” and against Tom’s judgment, they claim her as their own and name her Lucy. When she is two, Tom and Isabel return to the mainland and are reminded that there are other people in the world. Their choice has devastated one of them.
Next Up: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith
Labels: all booked up, book discussion for adults, events/activities for adults, ReaDiNG RooM News, reading suggestions
NH Dowloadable Books Big Library Read: Keys to the Kitchen
As part of the Big Library Read program, New Hampshire Downloadable Books is featuring Keys to the Kitchen by Food Network star Aida Mollenkamp, running February 17th - March 5th.
During this time, Aida’s comprehensive reference guide to becoming a more accomplished, adventurous cook will be available for every patron that wishes to read it—no holds, no waitlists!
Join the global movement of passionate readers and library patrons who support the availability of eBooks and audiobooks at their local libraries.
About the Book
Food Network and Cooking Channel star Aida Mollenkamp lays an invaluable foundation for cooks in Keys to the Kitchen. This comprehensive manual collects more than 300 innovative, contemporary recipes as well as color photographs, plenty of informative illustrations, a substantial technique primer, and helpful how-to information on subjects as wide-ranging as rust removal, throwing a cocktail party, and knife skills.
For members of the tech-savvy new generation who can’t cook but want to, this essential reference guide makes an ideal starting place and for those already at ease in the kitchen it’s full of “who knew” moments for expanding their repertoire of great recipes.
Read a sample of Keys to the Kitchen
Download entire book here
New to eBooks? This title can be read on your computer, tablet, eReader or Smart Phone. Get started here.
Labels: big read, downloadable books, ReaDiNG RooM News, reading suggestions
This Week @ Your Library...
Participate in the activities listed below:
1) Dinner and a Movie Raffle
2) Love is a Mystery Used Book Blow-out
3) Give a Gift From the Heart
4) Pick up a Blind Date Book
5) Get 10% off at Haley's with your library card
6) Enter a "Why I Love My Library" contest for kids
7) Take the Polar Plunge for a chance to win prizes in the Kids' Room
Kid's Make 'n Take Craft all week
Bring your children in to make the Penny Penguin Puppet to take home and enjoy. Note: Make 'n Take crafts are not available during Story Times.
Preschool Story Time on Tuesday @ 10:30 or Wednesday @ 12:30
Join Miss Carrie-Anne in the Young Readers' Room for stories, songs and fun!
Book Bunch on Wednesday @ 4:003rd-5th grade Book Bunchers will discuss Wonder by R. J. Palacio, complete a short activity, and pick up next month's book. New members are always welcome!
Page Turners on Thursday @ 2:30 Note: Originally scheduled for last Thursday.
6th-8th graders gather for a snack, a discussion of The Running Dream by Wendelin Van Draanen, and a quick activity. New faces are always welcome!
History Buffs on Thursday @ 6:30
Join the American history book group as they discuss 1776 by David McCullough.
Tiny Tales on Friday @ 11:30
Tiny Tales is a lap-sit story time for toddlers (ages 18-35 months) and their caregivers, bridging Book Babies and Preschool Story Time. Contact Miss Carrie-Anne to register. Walk-ins also welcome.
Currently Available Book Group Titles
All Booked Up: The Light Between Oceans by M. L. Stedman
History Buffs: 1776 by David McCullough
Book of the Month: Tell the Wolves I'm Home by Carol Rifka Brunt
Book Bunch: Wonder by R. J. Palacio
Page Turners: The Running Dream by Wendelin Van Draanen
Labels: this week
Library Closed Today
Page Turners is rescheduled to next Thursday.
See you tomorrow!
This Week @ Your Library...
Participate in the activities listed below:
1) Dinner and a Movie Raffle
2) Love is a Mystery Used Book Blow-out
3) Give a Gift From the Heart
4) Pick up a Blind Date Book
5) Get 10% off at Haley's with your library card
6) Enter a "Why I Love My Library" contest for kids
7) Take the Polar Plunge for a chance to win prizes in the Kids' Room
Preschool Story Time on Tuesday @ 10:30 or Wednesday @ 12:30
Join Miss Carrie-Anne in the Young Readers' Room for stories, songs and fun!
All Booked Up on Wednesday @ 6:30
Join this month's book discussion of Do Unto Others by Robert Varney. Note: This meeting was rescheduled from 2-5-14.
Page Turners on Thursday @ 2:306th-8th graders gather for a snack, a discussion of The Running Dream by Wendelin Van Draanen, and a quick activity. New faces are always welcome!
Unraveled on Thursday from 6:00-8:00
If your hobby is knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, or any other kind of stitching, bring your project to the library and stitch with our group! Unraveled meets the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month.
Book Babies on Friday @ 10:30
Book Babies is a lap-sit program for babies (newborn to 18 months) and their caregivers. The 20 minute program includes simple board books, rhymes and songs. Contact Miss Carrie-Anne to register. Walk-ins also welcome.
Tiny Tales on Friday @ 11:30
Tiny Tales is a lap-sit story time for toddlers (ages 18-35 months) and their caregivers, bridging Book Babies and Preschool Story Time. Contact Miss Carrie-Anne to register. Walk-ins also welcome.
Kids Crafts at Winterfest on Saturday from 2:00-4:00
Join Miss Carrie-Anne at Winterfest this Saturday at Roy Memorial Park for crafts! Kids through age 8 make Polar Bear Puppets, and kids ages 9-12 make beaded snowflakes.
Currently Available Book Group Titles
All Booked Up: Do Unto Others by Robert Varney
History Buffs: 1776 by David McCullough
Book of the Month: Tell the Wolves I'm Home by Carol Rifka Brunt
Book Bunch: Wonder by R. J. Palacio
Page Turners: The Running Dream by Wendelin Van Draanen
Labels: this week
It's Love Your Library Month!
Enter the Dinner and a Movie Raffle
Win a $25 gift card to Texas Roadhouse in Manchester, plus 2 tickets to Cinemagic! Raffle tickets are $1 each or 6/$5. Winner will be notified on February 28th. Proceeds to benefit library programming.
Love is a Mystery Used Book Sale
Purchase 5 hardcover mystery of suspense titles for just $0.50! It's a great way to while away the winter.
Give a Gift From the Heart
Pledge your love to the library by 1) making a donation toward museum/activity passes (such as Boston Museum of Science, SEE Science Center, Charmingfare Farm, The Fells, etc.), 2) purchasing Dinner and a Movie raffle tickets, 3)joining the Friends of the Library, or 4) giving your gently used books.
Pick Up a "Blind Date" Book
Choose a wrapped book from our display based only on descriptive words on the wrapper. Take it home to read--you might just make a love connection!
Get 10% off at Haley's Pizzeria with Your Library Card
That's right! Show your library card at Haley's save.
Enter a "Why I Love My Library" Contest
- Children ages 3-5 enter the contest by drawing a picture
- Kids ages 6-8 enter the contest with an essay of 250 words or less
- Kids ages 9-12 enter the contest with an essay of 500 words or less
Get in on the Goodie Bag Raffle for Kids with The Polar Plunge
Each week, children have the opportunity to earn a raffle ticket towards winning one of several Love Your Library Goodie Bags. Kids earn tickets by performing a random mystery activity--if they dare!
Love Your Library Month is sponsored by the Friends of Aaron Cutler Memorial Library.
Labels: FRieNDS' CoRNeR News, love your library month
Library Closed Today
Labels: library closings
Tell the Wolves I'm Home is February's Book of the Month
About the Book
This coming-of-age story reveals the striking pangs and promise of an adolescent girl's fitful awakening to adulthood. For 14-year-old June Elbus, the early death of her beloved uncle, artist Finn Weiss, blotted her world. When, shortly after the funeral, she was approached by another friend of the painter, she took comfort in their sharing of their loss. What followed though was unexpectedly intense. Rendered in the words of its main character, Carol Rifka Brunt's debut novel captures the subtle intricacies of human relationships and the rough smoothing of maturation.
Labels: book of the month club, ReaDiNG RooM News, reading suggestions
This Week @ Your Library...
In Stitches on Tuesday from 10:00-12:00If your hobby is knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, or any other kind of stitching, bring your project to the library and stitch with our group! In Stitches meets the 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesdays of each month.
Preschool Story Time on Tuesday @ 10:30 or Wednesday @ 12:30
Join Miss Carrie-Anne in the Young Readers' Room for stories, songs and fun!
All Booked Up on Wednesday @ 6:30
Join this month's book discussion of Do Unto Others by Robert Varney.
Family Pajama Story Time on Thursday @ 6:30
Join Miss Carrie-Anne in the Young Readers' Room for family story time fun. Bring a stuffed friend and, if you like, wear your jammies!
Book Babies on Friday @ 10:30
Book Babies is a lap-sit program for babies (newborn to 18 months) and their caregivers. The 20 minute program includes simple board books, rhymes and songs. Contact Miss Carrie-Anne to register. Walk-ins also welcome.
Tiny Tales on Friday @ 11:30
Tiny Tales is a lap-sit story time for toddlers (ages 18-35 months) and their caregivers, bridging Book Babies and Preschool Story Time. Contact Miss Carrie-Anne to register. Walk-ins also welcome.
Currently Available Book Group Titles
All Booked Up: Do Unto Others by Robert Varney
History Buffs: 1776 by David McCullough
Book of the Month: The Art of Hearing Heartbeats by Jan-Philipp Sendker
Book Bunch: Wonder by R. J. Palacio
Page Turners: The Running Dream by Wendelin Van Draanen
Labels: this week
Remember to READ 4 THe FuN oF iT @ Aaron Cutler Memorial Library!
