Get Discounted Tickets to Going to See the Kid with the Merrimack Repertory Theatre
Request the library's activity pass to receive $10 off the ticket price of up to 6 tickets to see Going to See the Kid, running now through December 24th.
About the Play
On the assignment of a lifetime, two reporters head for Florida at Christmastime, trying to land a final interview with aging Red Sox legend Ted Williams. One's a rookie; the other, a seasoned pro. And both will learn the inestimable value of teammates— on and off the field. A loving testament to the light that shines on long after the last pitch is thrown, and the holiday spirit that overcomes any distance.
Q&A with playwright Steven Drukman and director Alexander Greenfield.
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Annual Gingerbread Contest Begins Soon
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This Week @ Your Library...
Sign-Up for the Polar Express
Spaces are still available for our annual Polar Express event. Call us at 424-4044 for availability.
Tuesday
Drop-In Knitting from 10:00-Noon
Bring your current project and join our group of knitters and crocheters. All skill levels are welcome. In Stitches meets the 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesday of the month.
Preschool Story Time @ 10:30AM
Join Miss Carrie-Anne in the Young Readers' Room for stories, songs and fun!
Wednesday
Preschool Story Time @ 12:30PM
Join Miss Carrie-Anne in the Young Readers' Room for stories, songs and fun!
Wizard School @ 2:10, Litchfield Middle School
Wizard School Week 4: Potions class. Registration is required. Call for availability.Black Behavior @ 7:00PM, Campbell High School Auditorium
Wildlife biologist Ben Kilham explores the fascinating world of black bears. He has spent over 20 years observing and documenting the bears, as well as rescuing of orphaned black bear cubs. Through photos, video and lecture, Kilham shares his wealth of knowledge followed by a question and answer period.
Thursday
Ornament Craft Club for Adults @ 1:00PM
Create four Pinterest-inspired ornaments to hang or give away.
Friday
Infant Story Time @ 10:30AM
Book Babies is a lap-sit program for infants (newborn-18 months) and their caregivers. This 20-minute program includes simple board books, rhymes and songs.
Toddler Story Time @ 11:30AM
Tiny Tales is a lap-sit program for toddlers (18-35 months) and their caregivers, bridging Book Babies and Preschool Story Time.
Adult Book Group @ 1:00PM
Our Book Clubs are Reading...
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Adult Craft Club on December 1st or 14th
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Join us for a relaxing hour of crafting. Go home with four Pinterest-inspired ornaments to hang or give away. Several spots remain available. Call us at 424-4044 to register. |
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Wizard School Progresses
One week remains: the greatly anticipated potions class!
Registration is required. Call us at 424-4044 for availability.
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Kid's Book Group Reads The 13-Story Treehouse for December 21st
Book Bunch reads The 13-Story Treehouse by Andy Griffiths for their meeting on Wednesday, December 21st. Join the group at 4:00PM for a discussion of the book and a short activity.
Copies of the book are available in the Young Readers' Room.
About the Book
This treehouse has thirteen stories, a bowling alley, a see-through
swimming pool, a secret underground laboratory, and a marshmallow
machine that follows you around and automatically shoots marshmallows
into your mouth whenever you are hungry.
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This Week @ Your Library...
Preschool Story Time @ 10:30AM
Join Miss Carrie-Anne in the Young Readers' Room for stories, songs and fun!
High School Drop-In Role Playing Game Night from 6:00PM-8:00PM
Led by volunteer Connor Robinson, this drop-in fantasy/sci-fi role-play game group meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. Drop-in and check it out!
Wednesday
LIBRARY CLOSES @ 5:00PM
Thursday thru Saturday
Library CLOSED
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Our Book Clubs are Reading...
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Get Ready for Black Bear Season
Join us in the Campbell High School Auditorium on Wednesday, November 30th at 7:00PM for a fascinating program on the behavior of black bears.
Wildlife biologist Ben Kilham explores the fascinating world of black bears. He has spent over 20 years observing and documenting the bears, as well as rescuing of orphaned black bear cubs. Through photos, video and lecture, Kilham shares his wealth of knowledge followed by a question and answer period.
This program is free and open to the public.
Ben Kilham has been the focus of several news articles and documentaries, including National Geographic’s A Man Among Bears and Animal Planet’s Papa Bear. He is also co-author of the book Among the Bears: Raising Orphaned Cubs in the Wild and author of Out on a Limb: What Black Bears Have Taught Me about Intelligence and Intuition.
This program is sponsored by Cutler Memorial Library, Litchfield Historical Society, and Litchfield Women's Club.
This program is sponsored by Cutler Memorial Library, Litchfield Historical Society, and Litchfield Women's Club.
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Presidential Winner Declared in the Young Readers' Room
Now that the Presidential election is over for the grown-ups, take a look at who won the ballot in the Young Readers' Room contest:
Elephant delivered a very nice concession call to Pete the Cat pledging his support.
Elephant did not indicate whether or not he and Piggie would run again in 2020.
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Tween Book Group Reads SilverFin for December 8th
Copies of the book are available in the Teen area upstairs and the Young Readers' Room downstairs.
Transportation is available from LMS via bus #3 at the regular dismissal time.
About the Book
Young Bond: SilverFin is the first explosive book in Charlie Higson's bestselling Young Bond series. Before the name became a legend. Before the boy became a man. Meet Bond. James Bond.
There's something in the water at Loch Silverfin. Something deadly. Something that must be kept secret... It's James Bond's first day at Eton, and he's already met his first enemy. This is the start of an adventure that will take him from the school playing fields to the remote shores of Loch Silverfin and a terrifying discovery that threatens to unleash a new breed of warfare.
Other Books in the Series:
Blood Fever
Double or Die
Hurricane Gold
By Royal Command
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Wizard School Continues
The second week of "Wizard School" taught our would be wizards how to make spell books. It looks like they did a terrific job!
There are 2 weeks left:
Week 3 (11/16): Potions Box 101
Week 4 (11/30): Potions Class
Registration is required, so call us at 424-4044 for availability.
There are 2 weeks left:
Week 3 (11/16): Potions Box 101
Week 4 (11/30): Potions Class
Registration is required, so call us at 424-4044 for availability.
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Kid's Make 'n Take Craft This Week
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This Week @ Your Library...
Kid's Pilgrim Pete the Cat Make 'n Take Craft
Stop in to create a Pete the Cat Thanksgiving decoration just in time for the holiday!
Tuesday
Drop-In Knitting from 10:00-Noon
Bring your current project and join our group of knitters and crocheters. All skill levels are welcome. In Stitches meets the 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesday of the month.
Preschool Story Time @ 10:30AM
Join Miss Carrie-Anne in the Young Readers' Room for stories, songs and fun!
Wednesday
Preschool Story Time @ 12:30PM
Join Miss Carrie-Anne in the Young Readers' Room for stories, songs and fun!
Wizard School @ 2:10, Litchfield Middle School
Wizard School Week 3: Potions Box 101. Registration is required. Call for availability.
Kid's Book Group @ 4:00PM
Book Bunchers in grades 3-5 meet to discuss and complete a short activity.
Drop-In Tabletop Game Night from 6:00-8:00PM
Game lovers from age 8 thru 108 are invited to meet at the library for game night fun! Led by volunteer Nick Ozmore, the tabletop game group meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month and involves a wide selection of games on rotation. Note: Children under 10 years old must have a parent or caregiver age 14 or older in the building.
Thursday
Health Van at the Library from 10:30AM-12:30PM
Give the Health Van a try! Have your blood pressure checked, get a flu shot, have your immunizations up-dated, or receive an HIV/HEP C test. For more information, call the Nashua Division of Public Health and Community Services at 589-4500.
Friday
Infant Story Time @ 10:30AM
Book Babies is a lap-sit program for infants (newborn-18 months) and their caregivers. This 20-minute program includes simple board books, rhymes and songs.
Toddler Story Time @ 11:30PM
Tiny Tales is a lap-sit program for toddlers (18-35 months) and their caregivers, bridging Book Babies and Preschool Story Time.
Our Book Clubs are Reading...
Book of the Month Club: What She Left Behind by Tracy Bilen
All Booked Up, AM or PM: Delicious by Ruth Reichl
Page Turners (grades 6-8): SilverFin by Charlies Higson
Book Bunch (grades 3-5): Voyager 1: Project Alpha by D. J. MacHale
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This Week @ Your Library...
Election Day--VOTE!
Cast your ballot at Campbell High School from 7:00AM-7:00PM. Find a sample ballot here. (Click on the picture of paper/pencil.)
Preschool Story Time @ 10:30AM
Join Miss Carrie-Anne in the Young Readers' Room for stories, songs and fun!
High School Drop-In Role Playing Game Night from 6:00PM-8:00PM
Led by volunteer Connor Robinson, this drop-in fantasy/sci-fi role-play game group meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. Drop-in and check it out!
Downloadable Book Training @ 6:30PM
Learn how to use OverDrive, the library's free downloadable book, audio and magazine service. Call to register.
Wednesday
Preschool Story Time @ 12:30PM
Join Miss Carrie-Anne in the Young Readers' Room for stories songs and fun!
Wizard School at 2:10PM, Litchfield Middle School
Wizard School Week 2: Charms Class and Spell Books. Registration required. Call for availability.
Downloadable Book Training @ 2:00PM
Learn how to use OverDrive, the library's free downloadable book, audio and magazine service. Call to register.
Thursday
Tween Book Group @ 2:30PM
Page Turners, a book group for tweens in grades 6-8, meet for a snack, discussion of The Stone Child by Dan Poblocki, and a fun activity.
Dine-Out for the Friends of the Library at Rocco's, all day
Treat yourself to a meal from Rocco's Pizza, Bar & Grill! 15% of your delivery order or 20% of your pick-up or dine-in order will be donated to the Friends of the Library. You MUST present this coupon.
Friday
Baby Story Time @ 10:30AM
Book Babies is a lap-sit program for infants (newborn-18 months) and their caregivers. This 20-minute program includes simple board books, rhymes and songs.
Toddler Story Time @ 11:30AM
Tiny Tales is a lap-sit program for toddlers (18-35 months) and their caregivers, bridging Book Babies and Preschool Story Time.
Check Out What Our Book Groups are Reading...
All Booked Up, AM or PM (Adults): Delicious by Ruth Reichl
Book of the Month Club (Adults): What She Left Behind by Tracy Bilen
Page Turners (Tweens): The Stone Child by Dan Poblocki
Book Bunch (Kids): Voyager 1: Project Alpha by D. J. MacHale
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November's Book of the Month is What She Left Behind
About the Book
In this suspenseful thriller, Sara and her mother are going to secretly escape her abusive father—when her mother mysteriously disappears.
Sara and her mom have a plan to finally escape Sara’s abusive father. But when her mom doesn’t show up as expected, Sara’s terrified. Her father says that she’s on a business trip, but Sara knows he’s lying. Her mom is missing—and her dad had something to do with it.
With each day that passes, Sara’s more on edge. Her friends know that something’s wrong, but she won’t endanger anyone else with her secret. And with her dad growing increasingly violent, Sara must figure out what happened to her mom before it’s too late…for them both.
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Adult Book Group Reads Delicious! for December 2nd or 7th
About the Book
Ruth Reichl is a born storyteller. Through her restaurant reviews, where she celebrated the pleasures of a well-made meal, and her bestselling memoirs that address our universal feelings of love and loss, Reichl has achieved a special place in the hearts of hundreds of thousands of readers. Now, with this magical debut novel, she has created a sumptuous, wholly realized world that will enchant you.
Billie Breslin has traveled far from her home in California to take a job at Delicious!, New York’s most iconic food magazine. Away from her family, particularly her older sister, Genie, Billie feels like a fish out of water—until she is welcomed by the magazine’s colorful staff. She is also seduced by the vibrant downtown food scene, especially by Fontanari’s, the famous Italian food shop where she works on weekends. Then Delicious! is abruptly shut down, but Billie agrees to stay on in the empty office, maintaining the hotline for reader complaints in order to pay her bills.
To Billie’s surprise, the lonely job becomes the portal to a miraculous discovery. In a hidden room in the magazine’s library, Billie finds a cache of letters written during World War II by Lulu Swan, a plucky twelve-year-old, to the legendary chef James Beard. Lulu’s letters provide Billie with a richer understanding of history, and a feeling of deep connection to the young writer whose courage in the face of hardship inspires Billie to comes to terms with her fears, her big sister and her ability to open her heart to love.
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Wizard School Began Today
Library volunteer Darlene Cardoza is leading this intensive 4 week training course for aspiring wizards.
School syllabus:
Week 1 (11/2): Ollivander's Wand Shop
Week 2 (11/9): Charms Class and Spell Books
Week 3 (11/16): Potions Box 101
Week 4 (11/30): Potions Class
Registration is required; two slots remain available.
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Great Audiobook Narration
When it comes to audiobooks, nothing beats a great narrator. In fact, a narrator can make or break your audiobook experience. There have been times when I've deleted an audiobook from my iPod after only a few minutes because the narrator just isn't for me. And every now and then, I stumble upon a narrator I absolutely love, like Jane Entwistle, narrator of the Flavia de Luce Mystery series.
Because of this, I pay attention to audiobook narration award lists. This week I came across the nominees for the 2016 Voice Arts Awards. I thought I'd share the nominees in the Mystery category, as it's one of my favorite genres:
The Muralist by B.A. Shapiro, read by Xe Sands
Scents and Sensibility by Spencer Quinn, read by Jim Frangione
The Woman Who Walked in Sunshine by Alexander McCall Smith, read by Lisette Lecat
I borrow nearly all of my audiobooks for free from NH Downloadable Books. Unfortunately for me, NHDB doesn't own any of these titles. If I want to listen to these titles I will have to borrow them on CD. No big deal.
If you would like to borrow one of these titles, you may borrow The Muralist from our library, and request the others to be sent to us from neighboring libraries (we call that Interlibrary Loan).
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Remember to READ 4 THe FuN oF iT @ Aaron Cutler Memorial Library!
